Sri Devi Navarathri
Navratri is a nine-night Hindu festival honoring the nine forms of Goddess Durga (Shakti)
Day 1 = SAILAPUTHRI DURGA
Sunday, October 11, 2026
10.30 am: Ganesha pooja, Punyaha Vachana,Panchagavya Prasana,
Deeksha Dharana
4 pm: Kalasa Sthapana Followed By Evening
Lalitha Sahasra Nama,Trisathi, Khadgamala, Devi harathi
Day 2 = BRAMHA CHARINI DURGA
Monday, October 12, 2026
10.00 am: Morning Archana (Prathah Kala Archana)
10.30 am: Shiva Abhishekam
12.30 pm: Noon Pooja (Madhyahna Kala Pooja)
7.00 pm: Evening Pooja (Sayam Kala Archana With Devi Khadga mala,Trisathi, Lalitha Sahasra Namam
8.30 pm: Devi Harathi
Day 3 – CHANDRA GHANTA DURGA
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
10.00 am: Morning Archana (Prathah Kala Archana)
10.30 am: Shiva Abhishekam
12.30 pm: Noon Pooja (Madhyahna Kala Pooja)
7.00 pm: Evening Pooja (Sayam Kala Archana With Devi Khadga mala,Trisathi, Lalitha Sahasra Namam
8.30 pm: Devi Harathi
Day 4 – KUSHMANDA DURGA
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
10.00 am: Morning Archana (Prathah Kala Archana)
10.30 am: Shiva Abhishekam
12.30 pm: Noon Pooja (Madhyahna Kala Pooja)
7.00 pm: Evening Pooja (Sayam Kala Archana With Devi Khadga mala,Trisathi, Lalitha Sahasra Namam
8.30 pm: Devi Harathi
Day 5 – SKANDAMATHA DURGA
Thursday, October 15, 2026
10.00 am: Morning Archana (Prathah Kala Archana)
10.30 am: Shiva Abhishekam
12.30 pm: Noon Pooja (Madhyahna Kala Pooja)
7.00 pm: Evening Pooja (Sayam Kala Archana With Devi Khadga mala,Trisathi, Lalitha Sahasra Namam
8.30 pm: Devi Harathi
Day 6 – KATHYAYANI DURGA
Friday, October 16, 2026
10.00 am: Morning Archana (Prathah Kala Archana)
10.30 am: Shiva Abhishekam
12.30 pm: Noon Pooja (Madhyahna Kala Pooja)
7.00 pm: Evening Pooja (Sayam Kala Archana With Devi Khadga mala,Trisathi, Lalitha Sahasra Namam
8.30 pm: Devi Harathi
Day 7 – KALARATHRI DURGA
Saturday, October 17, 2026
10.00 am: Morning Archana (Prathah Kala Archana)
10.30 am: Shiva Abhishekam
12.30 pm: Noon Pooja (Madhyahna Kala Pooja)
7.00 pm: Evening Pooja (Sayam Kala Archana With Devi Khadga mala,Trisathi, Lalitha Sahasra Namam
8.30 pm: Devi Harathi
Day 8 – MAHA GOURI DURGA
Sunday, October 18, 2026
10.00 am: Morning Archana (Prathah Kala Archana)
10.30 am: Shiva Abhishekam
12.30 pm: Noon Pooja (Madhyahna Kala Pooja)
6.30 pm: Durga Homam
8.00 pm: Evening Pooja (Sayam Kala Archana With Devi Khadga mala,Trisathi, Lalitha Sahasra Namam
9.00 pm: Devi Harathi
Day 9 – SIDHI DATHRI DURGA
Monday, October 19, 2026
10.00 am: Morning Archana (Prathah Kala Archana)
12.30 pm: Noon Pooja (Madhyahna Kala Pooja)
3.00 – 8.00 pm: Ganesha, Saraswathi, Subramhanya, Dakshinamoorthi, Dattatreya, Chandi, Rudra Homam, Durga, Mahalakshmi Saibaba, Mruthyunjaya, Navagraha Homam Maha Poornahuthi
9.00 pm: Evening Pooja (Sayam Kala Archana With Devi Khadga mala,Trisathi, Lalitha Sahasra Namam
10:30 pm: Devi Harathi Followed By Kalasha Udwasana
Day 10 – VIJAYA DASAMI Celebrations (Baba Abhishekam, Baba Pallki Seva, Amma Birthday Celebtations)
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
10.30 am: Baba Abhishekam, Pallaki Seva Baba Noon Harathi
1.30 pm: Amma Paduka Pooja
Spiritual Benefits
- Purifies Mind and Soul: Daily prayers, chanting, and aarti help clear negative thoughts and connect you with divine energy.
- Invokes Divine Blessings: Worshipping the nine forms of Goddess Durga brings protection, courage, and inner strength to face life challenges.
- Aids Inner Growth: The sacred period acts as a tool to overcome inner flaws like anger, ego, and greed, fostering higher awareness.
Health and Physical Benefits
- Detoxifies the Body: Eating light, plant-based sattvik food gives your digestive system a healthy break.
- Boosts Immunity: Seasonal transitions during Navratri make wholesome, simple foods ideal for strengthening your body’s defenses.
- Increases Self-Discipline: Fasting and mindful eating build strong self-control, resilience, and daily energy.
Mental Benefits
- Enhances Focus: Daily rituals and meditation sharpen mental clarity and emotional stability.
- Reduces Stress: Prayers and family participation in evening bhajans uproot mental discomfort and create domestic harmony.