नवरात्रिः Significance & Spiritual Meaning
नवरात्रिः — "नवरात्रयः" — शक्त्युपासनायाः प्रमुखमुत्सवः। आश्विनशुक्लप्रतिपदायाः नवम्यां यावत् दुर्गायाः नवरूपाणां क्रमशः पूजा क्रियते (शैलपुत्री, ब्रह्मचारिणी, चन्द्रघण्टा, कूष्माण्डा, स्कन्दमाता, कात्यायनी, कालरात्रिः, महागौरी, सिद्धिदात्री)। दशमे दिने विजयादशमी — असत्यस्य उपरि सत्यस्य विजयस्य प्रतीकम्।
नवरात्रिः Mythology & Legend
According to the Markandeya Purana, Goddess Durga fought the buffalo demon Mahishasura for nine days and nights and slew him on the tenth (Vijayadashami). Each day is associated with a form of the goddess (Shailaputri, Brahmacharini, Chandraghanta, Kushmanda, Skandamata, Katyayani, Kalaratri, Mahagauri, Siddhidatri).
नवरात्रिः 2027 Puja Rituals & Vidhi
- At sunrise, take a bath and set up the kalash or goddess idol.
- Perform daily puja with flowers, incense, and offerings for nine days.
- Observe vrat as per tradition; eat only vrat-approved foods.
- On the eighth or ninth day, perform Kanya Puja (worship of nine girls).
- In Gujarat and the West, join Garba and Dandiya in the evening.
- On the tenth day, perform Dussehra rituals and break the fast.
नवरात्रिः Mantras in Sanskrit
ॐ दुं दुर्गायै नमः
oṃ duṃ durgāyai namaḥ
Salutations to Durga
नवरात्रिः Traditional Foods & Prasad
- ●Sabudana khichdi
- ●Kuttu ki puri
- ●Singhare ka atta dishes
- ●Fruits and milk
- ●Aloo sabzi
नवरात्रिः Regional Celebrations across India
Gujarat(નવરાત્રિ)
Garba and Dandiya raas
South India(ನವರಾತ್ರಿ)
Golu/Kolu display of dolls, Sundal
West Bengal(দুর্গাপূজা)
Durga Puja pandals in the last days
North India(नवरात्रि)
Ramlila and fasting
नवरात्रिः Do's & Don't's
Do's
- ✓Observe fast as per tradition
- ✓Worship the goddess daily
- ✓Participate in community dance or puja
- ✓Keep the house clean and sacred
Don'ts
- ✗Avoid non-vegetarian food during Navratri
- ✗Do not disrespect the goddess forms
- ✗Avoid negative company
नवरात्रिः — Frequently Asked Questions
- What is नवरात्रिः?
- नवरात्रिः — "नवरात्रयः" — शक्त्युपासनायाः प्रमुखमुत्सवः। आश्विनशुक्लप्रतिपदायाः नवम्यां यावत् दुर्गायाः नवरूपाणां क्रमशः पूजा क्रियते (शैलपुत्री, ब्रह्मचारिणी, चन्द्रघण्टा, कूष्माण्डा, स्कन्दमाता, कात्यायनी, कालरात्रिः, महागौरी, सिद्धिदात्री)। दशमे दिने विजयादशमी — असत्यस्य उपरि सत्यस्य विजयस्य प्रतीकम्।
- When is नवरात्रिः 2027?
- In 2027, नवरात्रिः falls on Wednesday, April 7, 2027.
- What are the नवरात्रिः puja rituals?
- At sunrise, take a bath and set up the kalash or goddess idol.; Perform daily puja with flowers, incense, and offerings for nine days.; Observe vrat as per tradition; eat only vrat-approved foods.; On the eighth or ninth day, perform Kanya Puja (worship of nine girls).
- What to eat on नवरात्रिः?
- Sabudana khichdi, Kuttu ki puri, Singhare ka atta dishes, Fruits and milk, Aloo sabzi
- What should you do on नवरात्रिः?
- Observe fast as per tradition; Worship the goddess daily; Participate in community dance or puja
- What should you avoid on नवरात्रिः?
- Avoid non-vegetarian food during Navratri; Do not disrespect the goddess forms; Avoid negative company
- Which deity is worshipped on नवरात्रिः?
- नवरात्रिः is dedicated to दुर्गा (नवशक्तिरूपाणि).
Upcoming नवरात्रिः Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond
नवरात्रिः is a sacred Hindu festival observed on the tithi shown. Dates are calculated from the Panchang for your region.
Times shown for New Delhi, India (IST)
| Date | Day | Moonrise Time | Special Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 11, 2026 | Sunday | 06:47 am | — |
| Oct 1, 2027 | Friday | 07:20 am | — |