Ghatsthapana Muhurat2026: Chaitra Navratri is considered to have special significance in Hindu religion. This nine-day long holy festival is the biggest opportunity to worship Mother Shakti. In the year 2026, Chaitra Navratri is going to start from 19th March. Ghatasthapana (installation of Kalash) is done on the first day of Navratri, which marks the beginning of the entire festival. According to religious beliefs, Ghatasthapana should always be done in an auspicious time.
If it is done at the wrong time then the full results of the puja are not achieved and there may be hindrance in receiving the blessings of the Goddess. Therefore, it is important to take special care of the correct time of Ghatasthapana. Let us know what is the auspicious time for Ghatasthapana i.e. establishment of Kalash on the first day of puja in the year 2026.
Auspicious time for Ghatasthapana in 2026
- According to the Panchang, the auspicious time for Ghatasthapana on March 19, 2026, the first day of Navratri, is very limited.
- Auspicious time: It will be from 6.52 am to 7.53 am, it is considered most auspicious to establish the Kalash during this period.
What is Ghatasthapana?
Ghatasthapana, also known as Kalash Sthapana, is the most important puja performed on the first day of Navratri. Maa Durga is invoked by installing a sacred urn in it. Kalash is considered a symbol of the universe and creation. It is installed with pure water, mango leaves, coconut and other sacred objects. There is a religious belief that Goddess Shakti resides in this Kalash and positive energy remains in the house for the entire nine days.
What things are used in Ghatasthapana?
- clay or copper pot
- pure water or ganga water
- mango leaves
- Coconut
- Roli, Akshat and Mauli
- Barley (Sowing barley is considered auspicious)
- red cloth
Keep these things in mind while doing Ghatasthapana
- Always perform Ghatasthapana only in auspicious time.
- First clean the worship place thoroughly.
- It is considered auspicious to install the Kalash in the north-east direction.
- Lighting the Akhand lamp for the entire nine days is considered auspicious.
- Do worship and aarti of the goddess daily.
Religious importance of Ghatasthapana
According to religious texts, the gods are considered to reside in the Kalash. The Kalash installed during Navratri is a symbol of power, prosperity and positive energy in the house. It is believed that during these nine days, Mother Durga visits the homes of her devotees. Therefore, by worshiping with full devotion and rules, life’s problems go away and wishes are fulfilled.
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