Chaitra Navratri 2024: In the Hindu calendar, Chaitra Navratri holds special significance, with devotees celebrating the nine forms of Goddess Durga during this sacred period. This year, Chaitra Navratri commences on April 8, 2024, starting from the Pratipada date of Shukla Paksha in the Chaitra month and concluding on April 17, 2024.
Commencement and Auspicious Time for Kalash Installation
The Pratipada Tithi of Chaitra Shukla begins on April 8 at 11:50 pm and ends on April 9 at 08:30 pm. Udaya Tithi, which is significant in Hindu tradition, marks the Ghatasthapana on April 9. The auspicious time for Kalash installation is as follows:
Chaitra Navratri Calendar: Worship Schedule
| "April 9 |
2024" |
Maa Shailputri Puja |
"Inaugural day of Chaitra Navratri |
dedicated to Goddess Shailputri." |
| "April 10 |
2024" |
Maa Brahmacharini Puja |
Devotees worship Maa Brahmacharini on the second day. |
| "April 11 |
2024" |
Worship of Maa Chandraghanta |
The third day is dedicated to honoring Goddess Chandraghanta. |
| "April 12 |
2024" |
Maa Kushmanda Puja |
"On the fourth day |
devotees celebrate Maa Kushmanda." |
| "April 13 |
2024" |
Maa Skandamata Puja |
The fifth day is dedicated to Maa Skandamata. |
| "April 14 |
2024" |
Maa Katyayani Puja |
Devotees honor Maa Katyayani on the sixth day. |
| "April 15 |
2024" |
Maa Kalratri Puja |
The seventh day is dedicated to Goddess Kalratri. |
| "April 16 |
2024" |
Maa Mahagauri Puja |
"On the eighth day |
devotees worship Maa Mahagauri." |
| "April 17 |
2024" |
Maa Siddhidatri Puja and Ram Navami |
The ninth day concludes with the worship of Maa Siddhidatri and the celebration of Ram Navami. |
| "April 18 |
2024" |
Maa Durga Immersion |
Chaitra Navratri culminates with the immersion of Maa Durga. |
Auspicious Yogas on Pratipada Tithi
On the first day of Chaitra Navratri, Pratipada Tithi witnesses the formation of Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga and Amrit Siddhi Yoga from 07:32 AM to 05:06 PM. These yogas are considered highly auspicious for undertaking significant endeavors.
Ghatasthapana Ritual:
Follow these steps for Ghatasthapana on the auspicious Pratipada Tithi:
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Begin your day with an early morning bath and a resolution to worship.
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Decorate the worship area and place a post for the Kalash filled with water.
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Wrap the Kalash with Kalava and adorn it with mango and Ashoka leaves.
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Place a coconut wrapped in red cloth on the Kalash.
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Invoke Maa Durga by lighting incense sticks and lamps, following the scriptures' prescribed method.
Chaitra Navratri is a time of spiritual significance, where devotees observe fasts, perform rituals, and celebrate the divine feminine energy embodied in Goddess Durga. Embrace the auspiciousness of these nine days and partake in the collective joy of devotion during Chaitra Navratri 2024.
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