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Shardiya Navratri 2026: Dates, Kalash Sthapana Muhurat, and Auspicious Timings
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News18•10-10-2026, 08:57
Shardiya Navratri 2026: Dates, Kalash Sthapana Muhurat, and Auspicious Timings
- •Shardiya Navratri 2026 begins on Sunday, October 11, with Goddess Durga arriving on an elephant, symbolizing happiness and prosperity.
- •Kalash Sthapana on the first day has two auspicious morning timings from 06:19 AM to 10:12 AM and 11:44 AM to 12:31 PM.
- •Maa Shailputri is worshipped on the first day alongside the formation of Dvipushkar Yoga and Chitra Nakshatra.
- •Durgashtami and Mahanavami will both be celebrated on Monday, October 19, allowing Kanya Pujan and Havan on the same day.
- •The festival concludes with Navratri Paran, Durga Visarjan, and Dussehra celebrations on Tuesday, October 20, 2026.
Key Questions Answered
On the first day of Shardiya Navratri 2026, the morning auspicious time for Kalash Sthapana is from 06:19 AM to 10:12 AM, while the afternoon window is from 11:44 AM to 12:31 PM.
Goddess Durga's arrival on Earth riding an elephant on Sunday, October 11, 2026, will bring happiness, prosperity, and progress for her devotees.
For those observing the fast for all 9 days, the fast will be broken on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, which is also when Dussehra is celebrated. Durga Visarjan will occur from 01:14 PM to 03:30 PM, and Dussehra Shastra Puja will take place from 01:59 PM to 02:45 PM.
