Sharad Navratri Begins (Ghatasthapana)

About this festival

Nine nights celebrating Goddess Durga

देवी दुर्गा के नौ रात्रि का उत्सव

Key significance

• Ghatasthapana
• fasting
• garba
• dandiya
• goddess worship

How to observe

• Begin the day with sankalp and short prayer.
• Include: Ghatasthapana.
• Include: fasting.
• Include: garba.
• Conclude with gratitude, prasad, and positive resolve.

October guidance

Navratri sadhana and victory of dharma.

• Devi worship and vrat
• Recitation of stotra/chalisa
• Celebrate Vijayadashami with resolve