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Navratri 2026: When is Dussehra and Devi Visarjan? Clear your confusion
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News18•08-10-2026, 15:10
Navratri 2026: When is Dussehra and Devi Visarjan? Clear your confusion
- •A major confusion has arisen regarding the exact dates for Dussehra and Devi Visarjan during Sharadiya Navratri 2026.
- •According to Panchang calculations, Navami Tithi prevails on the morning of October 20, making it ideal for Navami fasting and worship.
- •Based on Udayatithi rules and scriptural validity, celebrating Dussehra and performing Devi Visarjan on Wednesday, October 21 is considered correct.
- •Performing Visarjan on a Wednesday means the Goddess departs on an elephant vehicle, symbolizing abundant rainfall, peace, and prosperity.
Key Questions Answered
The confusion stems from the timing of the lunar day or Tithi, as Navami Tithi extends into the morning of Tuesday, October 20, while Dashami Tithi begins by that afternoon.
Dashami Tithi is present at sunrise on October 21, adhering to the rule of Udayatithi, and performing the immersion on a Wednesday signifies the Goddess departing on an elephant vehicle, which brings peace and prosperity.
According to ancient rules in the Bhagavata Purana, an immersion on a Tuesday means the Goddess departs via the 'Charanayudha' or rooster vehicle, which warns of social unrest, failure, and heavy losses.
