Shardiya Navratri 2026: Dates, Muhurat, Rituals & Significance Revealed!

• Shardiya Navratri 2026 begins October 11 and concludes October 20 with Dussehra.
• Ghatasthapana Muhurat on October 11 is from 06:19 AM to 10:12 AM, with an Abhijit Muhurat from 11:44 AM to 12:31 PM.
• The festival celebrates the nine forms of Goddess Durga, symbolizing inner strength and spiritual progress.
• Key rituals include Kalash Sthapana, nine-day fasting, sowing Sapta-dhanya, and Kanya Pujan on Ashtami.
• Fasting guidelines involve a sattvic diet, avoiding grains, non-veg, onion, garlic, and using rock salt.

Why It Matters: Shardiya Navratri 2026 offers nine days of devotion, rituals, and spiritual reflection from Oct 11-20.