Navratri 2026 date and time: When does Navratri begin? Full 9-day colours and goddess list
The nine-day festival assigns a different colour and Durga form to each day, with Ghatasthapana opening the observance and Dussehra closing it.
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Navratri 2026 dates, check full Shardiya Navratri calendar from Ghatasthapana to Dussehra
Shardiya Navratri 2026 begins on October 11 with Ghatasthapana and Maa Shailputri Puja. Check the complete day-wise Navratri calendar, including the nine forms of Maa Durga, Durga Ashtami, Mahanavami and Dussehra.
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Times of IndiaNavratri 2026 date and time: When does Navratri begin? Full 9-day colours and goddess list
Shardiya Navratri 2026 will be observed from October 11 to October 19, followed by Vijayadashami on October 20. The nine-day celebration will feature orange, white, red, royal blue, yellow, green, grey, purple and peacock green as the day-wise colours. Each shade is associated with one of the nine forms of Goddess Durga, while colour traditions vary across communities and regions.
Navratri 2026 Date: Sharadiya Navratri holds special significance in Sanatan Dharma. During this period, nine forms of Goddess Durga are worshipped. Devotees observe a fast for nine days and worship her with rituals. Navratri begins with Ghatasthapana. There are four Navratris in a year – two normal Navratris and then two Gupt Navratris. Three Navratris of the year have already been celebrated and now the last Navratri will be celebrated. This i…
With the mention of Navratri, preparations for worship begin in homes, devotion in temples, and chants of Mother Goddess are heard everywhere. Sharadiya Navratri holds special significance in Hinduism. During these nine days, devotees worship the nine forms of Goddess Durga. Many people fast for the entire nine days, while others […]
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