- By Niharika Sanjeeiv
- Thu, 18 Mar 2021 02:47 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
New Delhi | Jagran Lifestyle Desk: Chaitra Navratri 2021 is observed every year after Holi that is after spring. This holy festival marks the first day of the Hindu calendar, known as the Hindu New Year. During this festival, devotees worship Goddess Durga for nine long days. On the last day of the festival, the birthday of Lord Ram is celebrated. As the Chaitra Navratri is around the corner, we have brought you the complete nine-day calendar with the significance of each day.
Chaitra Navratri 2021 Date
This year Goddess Durga festival will commence on April 13, 2021, and will conclude on April 21, 2021.
Chaitra Navratri Calendar 2021
Day 1: Shailaputri Puja
Date: April 13, Tuesday
The first day of Chaitra Navratri is also known as Pratipada. This day devotees worship an incarnation of Goddess Parvati named Shailputri. On this day, several devotees place Kalash at their home.
Day 2: Brahmacharini Puja
Date: April 14, Wednesday
On the second day of the holy festival, Goddess Brahmacharini, an incarnation of Goddess Paravati, is worshipped. She is worshipped for emancipation (moksha) and endowment of peace and prosperity.
Day 3: Chandraghanta Puja
Date: April 15, Thursday
On Tritiya day of Chaitra Navratri, devotees worship Goddess Chandraghanta. On this day, devotees wear white clothes as it is believed to be auspicious.
Day 4: Kushmanda Puja
Date: April 16, Friday
On the fourth day, Goddess Kushmanda is worshipped who is known for vegetation on earth. As per Hindu belief, she has eight arms and sits on Tiger.
Day 5: Skandamata Puja
Date: April 17, Saturday
On the Panchami, devotees worship Goddess Skandamata, a symbol of the strength of a mother when her child is confronted with danger. As per Hindu belief, the goddess has fours arms, carrying a baby in one hand. She is known to ride a ferocious lion.
Day 6: Katyani Puja
Date: April 18, Sunday
An incarnation of Durga, Goddess Katyani is worshipped on the sixth day of the holy festival. She is a symbol of courage and is known as the warrior goddess.
Day 7: Kaalaratri Puja
Date: April 19, Monday
Goddess Kaalaratri is considered the most ferocious form of Durga. As per Hindu belief, Devi Parvati removed her fair skin to kill the demons Sumbha and Nisumbha.
Day 8: Mahagauri Puja
Date: April 20, Tuesday
On the eighth day of the holy festival, Goddess Mahaguri is worshipped. She is known to be a symbol of peace and intelligence.
Day 9: Siddhidatri Puja & Ram Navami
Date: April 21, Wednesday
On the night day or Navami, devotees worship Goddess Siddhidatri, who is believed to bestow all types of Siddhis. Also, on this day, Devotees celebrate the birth of Lord Ram.