Major festival
Sharadiya Navratri (Ghatasthapana)
शारदीय नवरात्रि
Sharad Navratri is the principal nine nights of the Goddess in autumn, opening with Ghatasthapana in Ashwina and building to Durga Ashtami, Maha Navami and Vijayadashami.
Also known as: Sharadiya Navratri · Durga Puja season · Navratri · Ghatasthapana.
Presiding deity: Durga.
Sharadiya Navratri (Ghatasthapana) dates
| Year | Date (India) | Weekday | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharadiya Navratri (Ghatasthapana) 2026 | 11 Oct 2026 | Sunday | All cities → |
| Sharadiya Navratri (Ghatasthapana) 2027 | 30 Sept 2027 | Thursday | All cities → |
Frequently asked
What is Sharadiya Navratri (Ghatasthapana)?
Sharad Navratri is the principal nine nights of the Goddess in autumn, opening with Ghatasthapana in Ashwina and building to Durga Ashtami, Maha Navami and Vijayadashami.
What are the other names for Sharadiya Navratri (Ghatasthapana)?
Sharadiya Navratri, Durga Puja season, Navratri, Ghatasthapana.
When is Sharadiya Navratri (Ghatasthapana) 2026?
Sunday, 11 October 2026 (India).
When is Sharadiya Navratri (Ghatasthapana) 2027?
Thursday, 30 September 2027 (India).
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