Shardiya Navratri 2023: According to the Hindu calendar, Navratri occurs four times a year. The notable ones are Chaitra and Sharadiya Navratri. Chaitra Navratri, which follows Pitru Paksha, holds special significance and is celebrated with grandeur. Durga Puja is performed during this time, with beautiful Maa Durga pandals set up at various locations. Shardiya Navratri commences on the Pratipada of the Ashwin month’s Shukla Paksha.
During these nine days, devotees worship the nine forms of Maa Durga and observe a fast. In 2023, Navratri begins on October 15.
The inauguration of Navratri is marked by the installation of the Kalash, and its auspicious installation time is of great importance. According to the Panchang, the most auspicious time to establish the Kalash this year is from 11:44 am to 12:30 pm on October 15, lasting for 46 minutes. Therefore, preparations should be made ahead to ensure the puja is conducted at this auspicious time.
Dates for Shardiya Navratri 2023
– October 15, 2023: Maa Shailputri (1st day) – Pratipada Tithi
– October 16, 2023: Maa Brahmacharini (2nd day) – Dwitiya Tithi
– October 17, 2023: Maa Chandraghanta (third day) – Tritiya Tithi
– October 18, 2023: Maa Kushmanda (fourth day) – Chaturthi Tithi
– October 19, 2023: Maa Skandamata (fifth day) – Panchami Tithi
– October 20, 2023: Maa Katyayani (sixth day) – Shashthi Tithi
– October 21, 2023: Maa Kalratri (seventh day) – Saptami Tithi
– October 22, 2023: Maa Mahagauri (Day 8) – Durga Ashtami
– October 23, 2023: Mahanavami (ninth day) – Sharad Navratri fast concludes
Vijayadashami 2023 falls on Tuesday, October 24, signifying the conclusion of Navratri with the celebration of Dussehra and the observance of Shastra Puja. Notably, Durga Visarjan will not take place on Vijayadashami this year. For those keeping Maa Durga idols, Durga Visarjan is scheduled for October 23, Mahanavami, or the following day, Wednesday, October 24, right after Dussehra.
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