Gupt Navratri Begins Today: Auspicious Muhurats, Shiva Worship on Monday

• Gupt Navratri starts today, January 19, 2026, coinciding with Monday, a day dedicated to Lord Shiva.
• The first day of Gupt Navratri falls on Pratipada Tithi of Shukla Paksha, Magh month, with Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra.
• Key auspicious timings include Ghatasthapana Muhurat (05:54 AM to 10:46 AM) and Abhijit Muhurat (12:11 PM to 12:53 PM).
• Worshipping Lord Shiva on Monday brings spiritual, mental, and material benefits, reducing planetary defects like Chandra Dosha.
• Avoid East direction for travel due to Disha Shool; Rahu Kaal is from 08:34 AM to 09:53 AM.

Why It Matters: Gupt Navratri begins today, January 19, 2026, with auspicious timings for Kalash Sthapana and Shiva worship.