Clarifying the Dates of Chaitra Navratri 2024

As the auspicious festival of Chaitra Navratri approaches, Hindu devotees are seeking clarity regarding its dates, specifically whether it falls on April 8 or 9 this year. Chaitra Navratri holds significant spiritual importance, as it marks the celebration of Maa Durga and her nine divine forms over nine sacred days.

Chaitra Navratri, also known as Vasant Navratri, commences on the first day of the Hindu Luni-Solar calendar. This year, according to Drik Panchang, Chaitra Navratri will begin on April 9 and continue for nine days, culminating with Ram Navami celebrations on April 17. During these auspicious days, devotees pay homage to the nine forms of Maa Durga, seeking her divine blessings and guidance.

The nine forms of Maa Durga worshipped during Chaitra Navratri are Maa Shailputri, Maa Brahmacharini, Maa Chandraghanta, Maa Kushmanda, Skanda Mata, Maa Katyayani, Maa Kaalratri, Maa Mahagauri, and Maa Siddhidatri.

To guide devotees through the festival, here is the correct calendar for Chaitra Navratri 2024, along with the associated colors for each day:

April 9: Ghatasthapana Puja (Royal Blue)
April 10: Maa Shailputri (Red)
April 11: Maa Brahmacharini (Dark Blue)
April 12: Maa Chandraghanta (Yellow)
April 13: Maa Kushmanda (Green)
April 14: Skanda Mata (Grey)
April 15: Maa Katyayani (Orange)
April 16: Maa Kaalratri (White)
April 17: Maa Mahagauri Puja and Rama Navami (Pink and Sky Blue)
Key rituals during Chaitra Navratri include the Ghatasthapana Puja, which will be observed on April 9. Devotees can adhere to the auspicious timings for the Ghatasthapana Puja, which is from 6:02 am to 10:16 am, with the Abhijit Muhurat from 11:57 am to 12:48 pm.

With these details at hand, devotees can observe Chaitra Navratri with devotion, seeking the blessings of Maa Durga for health, prosperity, and spiritual well-being.