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Matri Navami Shradh 2026: October 4 or 5? Know the correct date and rituals for female ancestors.
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News18•03-10-2026, 09:14
Matri Navami Shradh 2026: October 4 or 5? Know the correct date and rituals for female ancestors.
- •Matri Navami Shradh in 2026 is on October 4, not October 5, as Kutup and Rohin Muhurat are available on this day.
- •Ashwin Krishna Navami Tithi begins at 5:51 AM on October 4 and ends at 3:53 AM on October 5.
- •Matri Navami is dedicated to female ancestors who passed away on Navami Tithi, especially those who were 'Suhagwati'.
- •Rituals include Tarpan, Panchabali, feeding a married woman, and donating auspicious items (Suhag Samagri).
- •Performing Matri Navami Shradh pleases ancestors, bringing blessings for lineage growth, happiness, and prosperity.
Key Questions Answered
In 2026, based on the Udayatithi and the availability of Kutup and Rohin Muhurat, Matri Navami Shradh falls on October 4 rather than October 5.
Matri Navami is dedicated to honoring female ancestors who passed away on the Navami Tithi of any month, particularly women who died while their husbands were still alive.
The rituals are performed in the afternoon during Kutup Muhurat from 11:46 AM to 12:33 PM, Rohin Muhurat from 12:33 PM to 01:20 PM, and Aparahna Kaal from 01:20 PM to 03:42 PM.
