Major festival
Durga Ashtami (Maha Ashtami)
दुर्गा अष्टमी
Durga Ashtami (Maha Ashtami) is the eighth night of Sharad Navratri, the day of Sandhi Puja and Kumari Puja, among the most intense of the Durga Puja days.
Also known as: Maha Ashtami · Durgashtami · Ashtami.
Presiding deity: Durga.
Durga Ashtami (Maha Ashtami) dates
| Year | Date (India) | Weekday | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Durga Ashtami (Maha Ashtami) 2026 | 19 Oct 2026 | Monday | All cities → |
| Durga Ashtami (Maha Ashtami) 2027 | 7 Oct 2027 | Thursday | All cities → |
Frequently asked
What is Durga Ashtami (Maha Ashtami)?
Durga Ashtami (Maha Ashtami) is the eighth night of Sharad Navratri, the day of Sandhi Puja and Kumari Puja, among the most intense of the Durga Puja days.
What are the other names for Durga Ashtami (Maha Ashtami)?
Maha Ashtami, Durgashtami, Ashtami.
When is Durga Ashtami (Maha Ashtami) 2026?
Monday, 19 October 2026 (India).
When is Durga Ashtami (Maha Ashtami) 2027?
Thursday, 7 October 2027 (India).
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