Mahanavami / Ayudha Puja 2026
Monday, 19 October 2026Public Holiday
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Monday, 19 October 2026
Tithi 8
Names in regional scripts
About Mahanavami / Ayudha Puja
9th day of Sharannavaratri — Ashwija Shukla Navami. In Karnataka, this is Ayudha Puja: implements of one's livelihood (vehicles, books, instruments, weapons) are worshipped. Mysuru Dasara culminates with the iconic Jamboo Savari procession the next day (Vijayadashami).
Tithi: Tithi 8 · Type: major · Fasting: Not central to this festival
Mahanavami / Ayudha Puja dates (2025–2029)
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 30 Sep | Tuesday |
| 2026This year | 19 Oct | Monday |
| 2027 | 8 Oct | Friday |
| 2028 | 26 Sep | Tuesday |
| 2029 | 15 Oct | Monday |
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Acharya Suryakanth Subramaniam | Parashari JyotishFrequently asked questions
When is Mahanavami / Ayudha Puja 2026?
Mahanavami / Ayudha Puja 2026 falls on Monday, 19 October 2026. Tithi 8
What is the significance of Mahanavami / Ayudha Puja?
9th day of Sharannavaratri — Ashwija Shukla Navami. In Karnataka, this is Ayudha Puja: implements of one's livelihood (vehicles, books, instruments, weapons) are worshipped. Mysuru Dasara culminates with the iconic Jamboo Savari procession the next day (Vijayadashami).
Is Mahanavami / Ayudha Puja a public holiday?
Yes, Mahanavami / Ayudha Puja is observed as a gazetted public holiday in India. Most government offices, banks, and many private businesses remain closed.
Do you fast on Mahanavami / Ayudha Puja?
Fasting is not the central ritual of Mahanavami / Ayudha Puja. The day is celebrated with feasts, prayers, and family gatherings.
When will Mahanavami / Ayudha Puja be celebrated next year (2027)?
Mahanavami / Ayudha Puja 2027 will be celebrated on Friday, 8 October 2027.
📿 Stotras to recite on Mahanavami / Ayudha Puja
Lalita Sahasranama
ललिता सहस्रनाम
The 1000 names of Goddess Lalita Tripurasundari from the Brahmanda Purana — the foundational text of the Sri Vidya tradition. Recited daily in Devi temples and homes across India.
~35 min
Durga Saptashati (Devi Mahatmyam)
दुर्गा सप्तशती / देवी माहात्म्यम्
700 verses from the Markandeya Purana glorifying Goddess Durga's three great victories. The principal scripture of Devi worship — recited at every major Devi temple during Navaratri.
~30 min
Mahishasura Mardini Stotra (Aigiri Nandini)
महिषासुर मर्दिनी स्तोत्र
A 21-verse hymn to Goddess Durga as the slayer of the buffalo-demon Mahishasura — popularly known as "Aigiri Nandini" after its first words. Iconic during Navaratri and Durga Puja.
~14 min
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