Sharad Navratri 2024 | Festival Date and Puja Timing

Navratri 2024: India (Bharat) is known for its numerous divine festivals, each festival with rich historical significance. Navratri stands out as one of the most important important Hindu festivals. This nine-night celebration is devoted to the worship of Supreme diety Maa Durga. Navratri occurs four times a year, in the months of Pausha, Chaitra, Ashadh, and Ashwin, running from the first day (Pratipada) through to the ninth day. Navratri means ‘nine special nights,’ during which the nine forms of Goddess Shakti or Devi are honored. The concept of ‘night’ symbolizes achievement. The festival concludes on the tenth day with Dussehra.

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Sharad Navratri 2024 October: puja Dates and Colours

Navratri Day 1

Navratri 2024, Thursday, October 3, 2024Maa Ghatasthapana Pooja
Ghatasthapana Mahurat timings05:28 AM to 06:31 AM
Today’s Navratri Colour, YellowTithi, Pratipada

Thursday, October 3, 2024, Day one is among the most important rites of Navratri is Maa Ghatasthapana. Devotees of Maa Durga set a pot (kalash) in the puja room in their homes. For nine days close to the pot, they light a diya filled with pure ghee made of cow milk. They also load a pan filled with water with mud and navadhanya seeds.

Navratri Day 2

Friday, October 4, 2024Maa Brahmacharini Puja 
Today’s Navratri Colour, GreenTithi, Dwitiya 

Friday, October 4, 2024, On the second day of Navratri, devotees worship Maa Brahmcharini. This day is observed to gain the strength needed for fasting and to master control over one’s mind, body, and senses. The day’s designated sacred color is Green.

Navratri Day 3

Saturday, October 5, 2024Maa Chandraghanta Puja 
Today’s Navratri Colour, GreyTithi, Tritiya 

Saturday, October 5, 2024, The third day of divine Navratri is dedicated to the worship of Maa Chandraghanta. As the married incarnation of Goddess Durga. Devotees pray to her for help in overcoming difficulties, obstacles and for increased courage. The colour associated with this day is Grey, which represents vitality and strength.

Navratri Day 4

Sunday, October 6, 2024Maa Kushmanda Puja 
Today’s Navratri Colour, OrangeTithi, Chaturthi 

Navratri 2024: Sunday, October 6, 2024, The fourth day of divine Navratri is dedicated to the worship of Goddess Kushmanda, who is honored as the universe’s creator and is linked with vitality and energy. Maa Kushmanda gives strength and prosperity to her devotees. The colour associated with this divine day is orange.

Navratri Day 5

Monday, October 7, 2024Maa Skandamata Puja 
Today’s Navratri Colour, yellowTithi, Maha Panchami 

Monday, October 7, 2024, The fifth day of Navratri is dedicated to Maa Skandamata. As the mother of Lord Skanda (Lord Kartikeya), Maa represents purity, maternal qualities, and strength. Devotees seeks her blessings to balance their lives. The colour associated with this divine day is yellow.

Navratri Day 6

Tuesday, October 8, 2024Maa Katyayini Puja 
Today’s Navratri Colour, RedTithi, Maha Shashti 

Tuesday, October 8, 2024, The sixth day of Navratri is dedicated to the worship of Maa Katyayani. Maa is celebrated as a formidable and powerful aspect of the Divine Mother, representing bravery and strength. Devotees of Maa Katyayani seek her protection and assistance in overcoming obstacles in their lives. The color associated with this day is generally red.

Navratri Day 7

Wednesday, October 9, 2024Maa Kaalratri Puja 
Today’s Navratri Colour, Dark BlueTithi, Maha Saptami 

Wednesday, October 9, 2024, The seventh day of Navratri is devoted to Maa Kalaratri, She is the remover of darkness and a symbol of both transformation and protection. Devotees worships her to overcome difficulties and gaining strength in their lives. The colour typically associated with this day is Dark Blue.

Navratri Day 8

Thursday, October 10, 2024Maa Maha Gauri Puja 
Today’s Navratri Colour, PinkTithi, Maha Ashtami

Navratri 2024: Thursday, October 10, 2024, The eighth day of Navratri is dedicated to the worship of Maa Mahagauri. She is honored for her purity. Maa Mahagauri grants wisdom and cleanse past sins of souls who worships her, guiding her followers towards spiritual advancement. The colour associated with this day is pink, which represents affection and kindness.

Navratri Day 9

Friday, October 11, 2024Maa Siddhidaatri Puja
Today’s Navratri Colour, PurpleTithi, Maha Navami

Friday, October 11, 2024, The ninth day of Navratri is dedicated to the worship of Maa Siddhidatri. Maa gives success and spiritual fulfilment to her devotees. Goddess Siddhidatri has the power to help her devotees to achieve their ambitions and reach their objectives. The colour associated with this day is typically purple, which represents spirituality and change.

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FAQs for Navratri 2024

What are the dates for Navratri in October 2024?

Date of Shardha Navratri is Thursday, October 3, 2024.

When Navratri begins October?

Thursday, October 3, 2024.

What is the time of Durga Puja in 2024?

Ghatasthapana Mahurat is from 05:28 AM to 06:31 AM.

What is the date of garba in 2024?

The Garba dates from Thursday, October 3, 2024, to October 12.

How many Navratris are there in a year 2024 in India calendar?

There are four Navratris celebrated each year, but Chaitra and Sharad Navratri are the most famous.

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