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Chaitra Navratri 2026 in Delhi NCR

चैत्र नवरात्रि · दिल्ली एनसीआर

By Rohiit Gupta, Chief Vedic Architect, Trikal Vaani

Chaitra Navratri 2026 in Delhi NCR (दिल्ली एनसीआर) falls on Thursday, 19 March 2026. Planetary ruler: Maa Durga and her nine forms. Auspicious muhurat: Ghatasthapana: 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM IST on March 19. Nine sacred nights dedicated to nine forms of Maa Durga. Beginning of the Hindu New Year. Visit famous Delhi NCR temples like Akshardham Temple and Kalkaji Mandir for darshan. Authentic Vedic guidance with Delhi NCR-specific timings.

Date
Thursday, 19 March 2026
City
Delhi NCR, Delhi
Planetary Ruler
Maa Durga and her nine forms
Category
religious
Muhurat in Delhi NCR
Ghatasthapana: 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM IST on March 19
All times in IST · Adjusted for Delhi NCR

Significance of Chaitra Navratri

Most powerful period for spiritual sadhana, fasting, and invoking Shakti energy. Each day worships a different form.

🛕 Where to celebrate Chaitra Navratri in Delhi NCR

These temples in Delhi NCR are especially powerful during Chaitra Navratri:

  • Akshardham Temple
  • Kalkaji Mandir
  • Chhatarpur Mandir
  • ISKCON Temple Dwarka

✓ Do's

  • Establish Ghatasthapana with Kalash
  • Observe fasting (Phalahar)
  • Recite Durga Saptashati daily
  • Perform Kanya Pujan on Ashtami or Navami

✗ Don'ts

  • Avoid non-vegetarian food, onion, garlic
  • Do not cut hair or nails during these 9 days
  • Avoid alcohol and harsh speech

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Chaitra Navratri 2026 in Delhi NCR?

Chaitra Navratri 2026 is celebrated in Delhi NCR on Thursday, 19 March 2026.

What is the Chaitra Navratri muhurat in Delhi NCR?

The Chaitra Navratri muhurat in Delhi NCR is Ghatasthapana: 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM IST on March 19.

Which temples to visit on Chaitra Navratri in Delhi NCR?

Famous temples in Delhi NCR: Akshardham Temple, Kalkaji Mandir, Chhatarpur Mandir, ISKCON Temple Dwarka.

Who is the planetary ruler of Chaitra Navratri?

The planetary ruler of Chaitra Navratri is Maa Durga and her nine forms.

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