Chaitra Navratri 2024: Start Date, End Date, Mahurat Of The Festival

Chaitra Navratri is a nine-day festival celebrated in Hindu calendar month of Chaitra (March-April). It is dedicated to worship of Goddess Durga and her various incarnations. It is a time of fasting, prayer, and devotion, as devotees seek blessings of Mata Rani to overcome obstacles and attain spiritual upliftment. On ninth day, Ram Navami is celebrated because it is believed that Lord Rama was born on this day.

Chaitra Navratri 2024 - Dates and mahurat

Chaitra Navratri falls on Pratipa Tithi of Chaitra Shukla Paksha. This year, Chaitra Navratri will begin on 9th April 2024 and festival will end on 17th April 2024. According to Hindu calendar, Pratipa Tithi of Shukla Paksha of Chaitra month will begin at 11:50 PM on April 8 and finish at 8:30 PM on April 9. According to Udaya Tithi, first day of Chaitra Navratri will be April 9, 2024. shubh mahurat for Kalash Sthapna will be from 06:11 to 10:23 AM.

9 Days of Chaitra Navratri

Each day of Navratri holds special significance and is associated with specific rituals and tritions.

Day 1: Pratipa - Shailputri Puja

first day of Navratri is dedicated to Goddess Shailputri, daughter of Himalayas. Devotees worship her with devotion and offer prayers for strength and prosperity.

Day 2: Dwitiya - Brahmacharini Puja

On second day, Goddess Brahmacharini, embodiment of divine energy and penance, is worshipped. Devotees seek her blessings for spiritual growth and enlightenment.

Day 3: Tritiya - Chandraghanta Puja

Goddess Chandraghanta, symbolising bravery and grace, is worshipped on third day. Devotees offer prayers for courage and protection from evil forces.

Day 4: Chaturthi - Kushmanda Puja

Goddess Kushmanda, creator of universe, is worshipped on fourth day. Devotees seek her blessings for health, happiness, and prosperity.

Day 5: Panchami - Skandamata Puja

Goddess Skandamata, mor of Lord Kartikeya, is worshipped on fifth day. Devotees offer prayers for well-being and success of ir children.

Day 6: Shashthi - Katyayani Puja

On sixth day, Goddess Katyayani, warrior form of Durga, is worshipped. Devotees seek her blessings for strength, courage, and victory over obstacles.

Day 7: Saptami - Kalaratri Puja

Goddess Kalaratri, fierce and destructive form of Durga, is worshipped on seventh day. Devotees seek her blessings for protection from negative energies and liberation from fear.

Day 8: Ashtami - Mahagauri Puja

On eighth day, Goddess Mahagauri, symbolising purity and serenity, is worshipped. Devotees offer prayers for peace, wisdom, and spiritual enlightenment. Kanjak puja is also performed on this.

Day 9: Navami - Siddhidatri Puja

ninth and final day of Navratri is dedicated to Goddess Siddhidatri, bestower of knowledge and divine blessings. Devotees seek her blessings for success, prosperity, and fulfilment of desires.