Gupt Navratri 2026: Dates, Rituals, Fasting Rules, and Significance Revealed

• Magh Gupt Navratri 2026 will be observed from January 19 to 28, honoring the nine forms of Goddess Durga.
• This private Navratri, celebrated twice a year (Magha & Ashadha), focuses on spiritual practices and inner reflection, unlike the more public Chaitra and Sharad Navratri.
• Key dates include Ghatasthapana on Jan 19, Durga Ashtami on Jan 26, and Dashami/Navratri Paran on Jan 28.
• Puja methods involve placing a Kalash, lighting Aakhand Jyot, performing Ganesh, Varun, Vishnu, Shiva, Moon & Navagraha Puja, and reciting Durga Saptashati.
• Fasting rules permit specific foods like kuttu and fruits, while prohibiting alcohol, non-vegetarian food, and processed salt; strict fasting is advised against for children, pregnant women, or the ill.

Why It Matters: Gupt Navratri 2026 offers a private period for spiritual devotion, honoring Goddess Durga's nine forms.