Navratri during Chaitra Shukla Paksha is a journey from grounding yourself in discipline… to purification… to divine completion. Each day is not just a ritual — it’s an inner transformation
- Date:19/03/2026 06:00 - 19/03/2026 20:00
- Location 215 Carlton Road, Nottingham, NG3 2FX (Map)
- More Info:Hindu Temple Cultural and Community Centre of Nottingham
Description
1️⃣ 19 March 2026 (Thursday)
Chaitra Shukla Pratipada
Maa Shailputri
This is the beginning. Foundation day. Maa Shailputri represents strength, stability, and grounding. She is the daughter of the Himalayas — firm, unshakeable.
What to do (Sanatan practice):
Perform Ghat Sthapana (Kalash Sthapana) in the morning.
Light a diya with desi ghee.
Offer pure ghee or white flowers.
Take a sankalp (clear intention) for the 9 days.
Start your fast if observing one.
This day is about discipline. If the start is strong, the rest follows.
2️⃣ 20 March 2026 (Friday)
Chaitra Shukla Dwitiya
Maa Brahmacharini
She represents tapasya (austerity), devotion, and self-control. This is inner strength, not physical strength.
What to do:
Keep your food simple and sattvic.
Chant: Om Devi Brahmacharinyai Namah.
Offer sugar or fruits.
Focus on controlling speech and anger.
Sanatan Dharma teaches — without self-discipline, nothing grows.
3️⃣ 21 March 2026 (Saturday)
Chaitra Shukla Tritiya
Maa Chandraghanta
Warrior energy balanced with grace. She removes fear and gives courage.
What to do:
Offer milk, kheer, or sweets made from milk.
Pray for fearlessness and clarity.
If possible, read Durga Chalisa.
Strength should be calm, not loud. That’s the lesson here.
4️⃣ 22 March 2026 (Sunday)
Chaitra Shukla Chaturthi
Maa Kushmanda
She created the universe with her divine smile. She represents creative energy.
What to do:
Offer malpua or sweet prasad.
Meditate quietly for 10–15 minutes.
Reflect on gratitude.
This day reminds us: divine power lives within us.
5️⃣ 23 March 2026 (Monday)
Chaitra Shukla Panchami
Maa Skandamata
The nurturing mother. Protector of children and family.
What to do:
Offer bananas.
Pray for family wellbeing.
Show kindness to elders and children.
Sanatan Dharma places motherhood at the highest level of respect.
6️⃣ 24 March 2026 (Tuesday)
Chaitra Shukla Shashthi
Maa Katyayani
The warrior goddess who destroys injustice and adharma.
What to do:
Offer honey.
Pray for courage to remove negativity from your life.
Young unmarried girls traditionally pray for righteous marriage.
This day is about standing up for dharma — calmly but firmly.
7️⃣ 25 March 2026 (Wednesday)
Chaitra Shukla Saptami
Maa Kalaratri
Her fierce form destroys fear, ego, and darkness.
What to do:
Offer jaggery.
Chant Durga Kavach if possible.
Reflect on your inner weaknesses — anger, greed, jealousy — and consciously let them go.
Darkness here means transformation, not evil.
8️⃣ 26 March 2026 (Thursday)
Chaitra Shukla Ashtami (Durga Ashtami)
Maa Mahagauri
Symbol of purity, forgiveness, and peace.
What to do:
Perform Kanya Pujan (worship 7, 8, or 9 young girls).
Prepare halwa, chana, and puri.
Touch their feet respectfully.
Offer gifts or dakshina.
Sanatan Dharma teaches — Devi resides in every girl child. This is humility in practice.
9️⃣ 27 March 2026 (Friday)
Chaitra Shukla Navami (Ram Navami)
Maa Siddhidatri
The giver of siddhis (spiritual fulfilment). Completion of the Navratri sadhana.
What to do:
Perform Havan if possible.
Offer coconut and til.
Pray for wisdom, not just material gain.
Break fast respectfully after prayers.
This day aligns with the birth of Shri Ram — symbol of dharma and righteous living.
🔟 28 March 2026 (Saturday)
Dashami – Parana (Breaking the Fast)
Express gratitude. Remove the Kalash respectfully.
Return to normal food slowly and mindfully.
Victory of dharma over ego. That’s the whole journey of Navratri.
