Bhawna Thakur
North News
Chandigarh, October 3
Shardiya Navratri, the sacred Hindu festival, began today with the worship of Maa Shailputri, the first manifestation of Goddess Durga. Maa Shailputri, whose name ‘Shail’ refers to the Himalayas, is revered as the daughter of Parvataraja Himalaya and is also known as Goddess Parvati.She is the consort of Lord Shiva, and her vehicle is the bull, Vrishabha, earning her the name Vrishbharudha. The festival marks the start of nine days of devotion to different forms of the goddess, the news outlet India Today reported.
Navratri, a Hindu festival dedicated to Goddess Durga, is a nine-day celebration that fosters community unity through devotion and joy. This festive period starts today on Thursday and will conclude on October 12. Each day of navratri is associated with a colour and holds its own significance and spiritual meaning, according to the news outlet.
Below is a comprehensive guide to the Navratri 2024 schedule, detailing significant rituals and the corresponding colours for each day .
Day 1: Thursday, October 3
Associated Goddess: Shailaputri
Colour: Orange
Rituals: Ghatasthapana, ChaitraHoma, and worship of Goddess Shailaputri
Day 2: Friday, October 4
Associated Goddess: Brahmacharini
Colour: White
Rituals: Worship of Goddess Brahmacharini, alongside fasting and meditation
Day 3: Saturday, October 5
Associated Goddess: Chandraghanta
Colour: Red
Rituals: Worship of Goddess Chandraghanta, including the performance of Tantric rituals
Day 4: Sunday, October 6
Associated Goddess: Kushmanda
Colour: Royal Blue
Rituals: Worship of Goddess Kushmanda, with offerings of fruits and flowers
Day 5: Monday, October 7
Associated Goddess: Skandamata
Colour: Yellow
Rituals: Worship of Goddess Skandamata, along with fasting and charitable activities
Day 6: Tuesday, October 8
Associated Goddess: Katyayani
Colour: Green
Rituals: Worship of Goddess Katyayani, focussing on rituals for prosperity and good health
Day 7: Wednesday, October 9
Associated Goddess: Kalaratri
Colour: Black
Rituals: Worship of Goddess Kalaratri, with observance of fasting and meditation
Day 8: Thursday, October 10
Associated Goddess: Mahagauri
Colour: Pink
Rituals: Worship of Goddess Mahagauri, including rituals aimed at spiritual growth
Day 9: Friday, October 11
Associated Goddess: Siddhidatri
Colour: Purple
Rituals: Worship of Goddess Siddhidatri, alongside fasting and charitable endeavours
