Vedic calendar
Chaitra Navratri 2026
Nine spring nights honouring the Divine Mother, ending with Ram Navami.
Thursday, 19 March 2026 in New Delhi
Chaitra Shukla Pratipada: 06:54 on Thursday, 19 March 2026 to 04:53 on Friday, 20 March 2026 (India time)
| New Delhi | Thu, 19 Mar 2026 | |
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| London | Thu, 19 Mar 2026 | |
| New York | Thu, 19 Mar 2026 | |
| Sydney | Fri, 20 Mar 2026 |
Please verify: The tithi does not cover the usual observance time on any day.
What it is
Chaitra (Vasanta) Navratri begins on Chaitra Shukla Pratipada and lasts nine nights, each devoted to a form of Goddess Durga.
Traditional significance
Many people fast, light a lamp, read the Devi Mahatmya or sing devotional songs, and on Ashtami or Navami honour young girls as forms of the Goddess (Kanya Puja).
History and culture
The ninth day is Ram Navami, the birth of Lord Rama.
A suggested practice
Nine days, nine qualities · about 5 minutes
- Choose one quality to grow over the next nine days: courage, patience, kindness, focus…
- Each evening, light a lamp or candle (safely).
- Note one moment from the day when you practised that quality.
Affirmation
I honour the strength and gentleness within me.
Reflection question
Which inner quality do I most want to nourish?
Continue on Inner Balance by Praseeth
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Astrological and traditional meanings are offered for reflection and cultural understanding. They are symbolic, not scientific predictions, and never a substitute for medical, legal or financial advice.