Among these, two Navratris in Magh and Ashadh are celebrated secretly, where the ten Mahavidyas of Mother Jagdamba are worshiped. In this Navratri, tantriks, saints, and those who seek special accomplishments worship her, while in the other two Navratris, Chaitra (Basantik Navratri) and Ashwin (Sharad Navratri), the worship is done openly.
Usually, householders and common people worship the nine forms of Mother Durga during Navratri. Among these, Sharad Navratri holds special significance. Although the method of worship is the same in all Navratris, let’s know when Sharad Navratri is starting, its date, auspicious time for Kalash establishment, and the best time…
When is Sharad Navratri 2024 starting
Sharad Navratri 2024 Date: Sharad Navratri begins on the first day of the Shukla Paksha of Ashwin month, and on this day, Kalash establishment is done at an auspicious time, followed by the worship of Mother Durga’s various forms for 9 days. According to religious texts, the best time for Kalash establishment is Abhijit Muhurt. Let’s know when Sharad Navratri is starting… Ashwin Shukla Pratipada begins: Thursday, 3rd October, at 12:18 pm (i.e., 2nd October night)
Ashwin Pratipada ends: Friday, 4th October, at 2:58 am (i.e., 3rd October night)
Therefore, Sharad Navratri 2024 starts: on Thursday, 3rd October 2024
Ashwin Pratipada ends: Friday, 4th October, at 2:58 am (i.e., 3rd October night)
Therefore, Sharad Navratri 2024 starts: on Thursday, 3rd October 2024
Sharad Navratri Kalash Establishment Muhurt
Sharad Navratri Kalash Establishment Muhurt: 3rd October, from 6:19 am to 7:23 am (for 1 hour 4 minutes)Abhijit Muhurt for Ghatasthapana: 3rd October, from 11:52 am to 12:39 pm
Note: The best time for Kalash establishment during Mother Durga’s worship is considered to be Abhijit Muhurt. Therefore, this time is considered the best for Ghatasthapana.
