Chaitra Navratri 2026 in Kolkata
चैत्र नवरात्रि · कोलकाता
By Rohiit Gupta, Chief Vedic Architect, Trikal Vaani
Chaitra Navratri 2026 in Kolkata (कोलकाता) 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 Kolkata temples like Kalighat Kali Temple and Dakshineswar Kali Temple for darshan. Authentic Vedic guidance with Kolkata-specific timings.
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 Kolkata
These temples in Kolkata are especially powerful during Chaitra Navratri:
- ●Kalighat Kali Temple
- ●Dakshineswar Kali Temple
- ●Belur Math
✓ 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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When is Chaitra Navratri 2026 in Kolkata?
Chaitra Navratri 2026 is celebrated in Kolkata on Thursday, 19 March 2026.
What is the Chaitra Navratri muhurat in Kolkata?
The Chaitra Navratri muhurat in Kolkata is Ghatasthapana: 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM IST on March 19.
Which temples to visit on Chaitra Navratri in Kolkata?
Famous temples in Kolkata: Kalighat Kali Temple, Dakshineswar Kali Temple, Belur Math.
Who is the planetary ruler of Chaitra Navratri?
The planetary ruler of Chaitra Navratri is Maa Durga and her nine forms.