Navratri / Sharannavaratri / Durga Puja 2026
Saturday, 10 October 2026
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Saturday, 10 October 2026
Tithi 30
Names in regional scripts
About Navratri / Sharannavaratri / Durga Puja
Nine nights of Goddess Durga worship beginning Ashwija Shukla 1. In Bengal: Devi Paksha and Durga Puja. In Gujarat: 9 nights of Garba and Dandiya — Goddess Amba is worshipped at home and community pandals; the world's longest dance festival.
Tithi: Tithi 1 · Type: major · Fasting: Observed
Navratri / Sharannavaratri / Durga Puja dates (2025–2029)
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 22 Sep | Monday |
| 2026This year | 10 Oct | Saturday |
| 2027 | 30 Sep | Thursday |
| 2028 | 19 Sep | Tuesday |
| 2029 | 8 Oct | Monday |
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Acharya Suryakanth Subramaniam | Parashari JyotishFrequently asked questions
When is Navratri / Sharannavaratri / Durga Puja 2026?
Navratri / Sharannavaratri / Durga Puja 2026 falls on Saturday, 10 October 2026. Tithi 1
What is the significance of Navratri / Sharannavaratri / Durga Puja?
Nine nights of Goddess Durga worship beginning Ashwija Shukla 1. In Bengal: Devi Paksha and Durga Puja. In Gujarat: 9 nights of Garba and Dandiya — Goddess Amba is worshipped at home and community pandals; the world's longest dance festival.
Is Navratri / Sharannavaratri / Durga Puja a public holiday?
Navratri / Sharannavaratri / Durga Puja is not a centrally gazetted holiday but is widely observed in homes and temples. Some states declare it a regional holiday — check your local calendar.
Do you fast on Navratri / Sharannavaratri / Durga Puja?
Yes, fasting is traditionally observed on Navratri / Sharannavaratri / Durga Puja. The fast may be partial (fruits and milk only) or strict (waterless), depending on the tradition followed.
When will Navratri / Sharannavaratri / Durga Puja be celebrated next year (2027)?
Navratri / Sharannavaratri / Durga Puja 2027 will be celebrated on Thursday, 30 September 2027.
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