Chaitra Navratri Ashtami-Navami 2026: The days of Navratri are considered very special and sacred. Goddess Durga is worshiped during the days of Navratri. During this time, devotees worship and fast in nine different forms of Goddess Durga. Pray to Mother Goddess for happiness, prosperity and removal of troubles. Chaitra Navratri falls in Chaitra month. It is going to start from March 19. In this, the day of Ashtami is considered very important. It is also called Maha Ashtami.
In this month, Ram Navami is celebrated on the day of Chaitra Shukla Navami. According to mythology, Lord Rama was born on this day. Lord Ram is worshiped on this day. Fast is observed. However, this year there is some confusion in the minds of people regarding the Ashtami date of Navratri and Ram Navami. In such a situation, let us know when is the Ashtami Tithi of Chaitra Navratri and Ram Navami this year?
When is Maha Ashtami and Ram Navami 2026?
This year Maha Ashtami will be celebrated on 26 March 2026, Thursday. Ashtami day in Navratri has been dedicated to Mother Mahagauri. On this day, Mahagauri Mata is worshiped with rituals. This year, Navami Tithi of Chaitra month is falling on 26 March 2026, Friday. In such a situation, Ram Navami will be celebrated on 26th. Because according to religious belief, Lord Rama was born in the midday period. However, according to Udaya Tithi, Ram Navami can also be celebrated on March 27.
Importance of Maha Ashtami
The eighth day of Navratri is considered very special for worship. According to Devi Bhagwat Purana and Markandeya Purana, Ashtami and Navami dates are especially fruitful. By worshiping Mahagauri on this day, all obstacles in life are removed. Kanya Puja is performed on the day of Mahashtami. Girls are served food on this day.
Importance of Ram Navami
The importance of Ram Navami has been mentioned in Hindu religious scriptures. It is believed that worshiping on the day of Ram Navami brings happiness, peace and prosperity to the house. Positive energy increases in the house.
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