Chaitra Navratri 2024 Date: Is Navratri Starting From April 9 Or April 10?
Chaitra Navratri 2024: Chaitra Navratri is the major festival of Hindus. During these days, devotees observe fast for nine long days to worship Goddess Durga. These days are devoted to worship nine different forms of Goddess Durga. It is observed in the Hindu lunar month of Chaitra, which usually occurs in March or April. On the ninth day of the festival, Chaitra Navratri comes to an end with Ram Navami, which is the birthday of Lord Rama.
While there are four Navratri festivals celebrated throughout the year, Chaitra Navratri and Shardiya Navratri are more widely observed across the country. During Chaitra Navratri, devotees worship Maa Durga and her nine divine forms. However, on the last day, they celebrate Ram Navami, which marks the birth of Lord Rama. The nine forms of Maa Durga are collectively known as Navdurgas. They are Maa Shailputri, Maa Brahmacharini, Maa Chandraghanta, Maa Kushmanda, Skanda Mata, Maa Katyayani, Maa Kaalratri, Maa Mahagauri, and Maa Siddhidatri. For those celebrating the festival, it is important to know the dates, details of the nine days of fasting, and more.
Is Navratri Starting From April 9 Or April 10?
This year, Hindu followers are unsure if Chaitra Navratri starts on April 9 or April 10. According to Drik Panchang, Chaitra Navratri begins on April 9 and lasts for nine days until April 17, ending with Ram Navami celebrations. During these nine days, Hindu followers worship nine forms of Maa Durga, including Maa Shailputri, Maa Brahmacharini, Maa Chandraghanta, Maa Kushmanda, Skanda Mata, Maa Katyayani, Maa Kaalratri, Maa Mahagauri, and Maa Siddhidatri.
One of the most important rituals during Chaitra Navratri is the Ghatasthapana Puja. This year, it will be observed on April 9. Here are the details:
- Ghatasthapana Puja Muhurat: From 6:02 am to 10:16 am
- Ghatasthapana Abhijit Muhurat: From 11:57 am to 12:48 am
- Pratipada Tithi Start: April 8, 2024, at 11:50 pm
- Pratipada Tithi Ends: April 9, 2024, at 8:30 pm
Chaitra Navratri 2024 Date: Calendar
| Chaitra Navratri 2024 Date | Day | Navratri Day | Goddess Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 9 | Tuesday | Navratri Day 1 | Ghatasthapana Puja, Maa Shailputri |
| April 10 | Wednesday | Navratri Day 2 | Maa Brahmacharini |
| April 11 | Thursday | Navratri Day 3 | Maa Chandraghanta |
| April 12 | Friday | Navratri Day 4 | Maa Kushmanda |
| April 13 | Saturday | Navratri Day 5 | Skanda Mata |
| April 14 | Sunday | Navratri Day 6 | Maa Katyayani |
| April 15 | Monday | Navratri Day 7 | Maa Kaalratri |
| April 16 | Tuesday | Navratri Day 8 | Durga Ashtami, Maa Mahagauri Puja |
| April 17 | Wednesday | Navratri Day 9 | Rama Navami |
(Note: Dates/timings may be subject to change; details mentioned here are as per the information available.)
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