Navratri is one of the most auspicious festivals dedicated to Goddess Durga. During these nine sacred days, devotees worship the Goddess in her different forms and decorate her beautifully with devotion. In many South Indian homes, families also arrange a traditional Golu, displaying dolls and figurines to celebrate the festival. Each day of Navratri is associated with a different form of Shakti, symbolising strength, wisdom, courage, prosperity, and protection. Devotees observe fasting, perform special prayers, light lamps, visit temples, and seek the blessings of the Goddess. Read on to discover the spiritual significance of Navratri and why this nine-day festival is celebrated with great devotion.
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Check the complete Navratri 2026 dates and day-wise schedule, including Ghatasthapana, the nine forms of Goddess Durga, Durga Ashtami, Maha Navami, and Dussehra.
Navratri 2026 begins on Sunday, October 11, 2026, and continues for nine nights dedicated to the nine forms of Goddess Durga. The festival concludes with Maha Navami, followed by Vijayadashami, also known as Dussehra, on Tuesday, October 20, 2026.
Day 1 – Sunday, October 11, 2026: Ghatasthapana and worship of Maa Shailaputri
Day 2 – Monday, October 12, 2026: Worship of Maa Brahmacharini
Day 3 – Tuesday, October 13, 2026: Worship of Maa Chandraghanta
Day 4 – Wednesday, October 14, 2026: Worship of Maa Kushmanda
Day 5 – Thursday, October 15, 2026: Worship of Maa Skandamata
Day 6 – Friday, October 16, 2026: Worship of Maa Katyayani
Day 7 – Saturday, October 17, 2026: Worship of Maa Kalaratri
Day 8 – Sunday, October 18, 2026: Durga Ashtami and worship of Maa Mahagauri
Day 9 – Monday, October 19, 2026: Maha Navami, Maa Siddhidatri worship, and Sandhi Puja
Day 10 – Tuesday, October 20, 2026: Vijayadashami or Dussehra
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The Nine Forms of Goddess Durga
Maa Shailaputri – Goddess of strength and purity
Maa Brahmacharini – Goddess of devotion, penance, and wisdom
Maa Chandraghanta – Goddess of peace, courage, and protection
Maa Kushmanda – Goddess of health, prosperity, and energy
Maa Skandamata – Goddess of motherhood and compassion
Maa Katyayani – Goddess of courage and victory
Maa Kalaratri – Goddess who destroys darkness and negativity
Maa Mahagauri – Goddess of purity, peace, and serenity
Maa Siddhidatri – Goddess who grants wisdom, spiritual powers, and fulfilment
Together, these nine forms are known as Navadurga and are worshipped during the nine days of Navratri.
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