Sharad Navratri 2026 in Chennai
शारदीय नवरात्रि · चेन्नई
By Rohiit Gupta, Chief Vedic Architect, Trikal Vaani
Sharad Navratri 2026 in Chennai (चेन्नई) falls on Monday, 12 October 2026. Planetary ruler: Maa Durga (nine forms). Auspicious muhurat: Ghatasthapana: 6:15 AM to 9:30 AM IST on Oct 12. Nine-night autumn festival worshipping nine forms of Maa Durga. Most celebrated Navratri. Visit famous Chennai temples like Kapaleeshwarar Temple and Parthasarathy Temple for darshan. Authentic Vedic guidance with Chennai-specific timings.
Significance of Sharad Navratri
Powerful Shakti period. Each day's color and form brings specific blessings.
🛕 Where to celebrate Sharad Navratri in Chennai
These temples in Chennai are especially powerful during Sharad Navratri:
- ●Kapaleeshwarar Temple
- ●Parthasarathy Temple
- ●Marundeeswarar Temple
✓ Do's
- ●Establish Kalash and Akhand Jyoti
- ●Observe 9-day fast
- ●Recite Durga Saptashati
- ●Perform Kanya Pujan on Ashtami/Navami
✗ Don'ts
- ●Avoid non-vegetarian food
- ●Do not cut hair or shave
- ●Avoid leather goods
- ●Do not extinguish Akhand Jyoti
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Get My Sharad Navratri Prediction →Frequently Asked Questions
When is Sharad Navratri 2026 in Chennai?
Sharad Navratri 2026 is celebrated in Chennai on Monday, 12 October 2026.
What is the Sharad Navratri muhurat in Chennai?
The Sharad Navratri muhurat in Chennai is Ghatasthapana: 6:15 AM to 9:30 AM IST on Oct 12.
Which temples to visit on Sharad Navratri in Chennai?
Famous temples in Chennai: Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Parthasarathy Temple, Marundeeswarar Temple.
Who is the planetary ruler of Sharad Navratri?
The planetary ruler of Sharad Navratri is Maa Durga (nine forms).