Quick Information
Month
September-October
Duration
9 Days
Calendar
Lunar
Deity
Durga
About Sharad Navratri
Sharad Navratri (शरद नवरात्रि) is one of the most significant festivals in the Hindu calendar. Nine nights of Durga worship.
This festival is dedicated to Durga and follows the Lunar calendar tradition. It is celebrated over 9 days, typically in September-October.
Muhurat & Timings
The auspicious timings for Sharad Navratri puja vary each year based on planetary positions. For accurate muhurat timings:
Rituals & Traditions
The key rituals performed during Sharad Navratri include:
How to Celebrate
- Fasting: An important tradition during Sharad Navratri celebrations.
- Garba: An important tradition during Sharad Navratri celebrations.
- Durga puja: An important tradition during Sharad Navratri celebrations.
- Kanya puja: An important tradition during Sharad Navratri celebrations.
Regional Celebrations
Sharad Navratri is celebrated across India with special enthusiasm in:
Each region has unique traditions and ways of celebrating this auspicious occasion.
Astrological Significance
From a Vedic astrology perspective, Sharad Navratri holds special importance:
- Associated with Durga's blessings and cosmic energies
- Considered auspicious for starting new ventures on this day
- Planetary alignments during this festival bring strength and protection from negativity
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