Chaitra Navratri 2026 Day 1: The first day of Chaitra Navratri will be observed on 19th March 2025. The sacred festival of Chaitra Navratri 2026 begins with the worship of Maa Shailputri. On the first day of Navratri, the worship of Mata Shailaputri is of special importance. She is known as the daughter of the Himalayas. On this day, devotees seek the blessings of Maa Shailpuri and also perform Kalash Sthapana, marking the onset of Navratri.
Below, we will tell you in detail about the shubh muhurat, colour, puja vidhi, mantra and bhog to offer to Mata Shailputri.
Chaitra Navratri 2026 Day 1: Colour
The colour for Chaitra Navratri 2026 is yellow, which represents joy, light, and hope, just as Mata Shailputri embodies divine power and represents the beginning of a new and prosperous life.
Chaitra Navratri 2026 Day 1: Shubh Muhurat
- Brahma Muhurat: 04:51 AM to 05:39 AM
- Pratah Sandhya: 05:15 AM to 06:26 AM
- Abhijit Muhurat: 12:05 PM to 12:53 PM
- Sayahna Sandhya: 06:32 PM to 07:43 PM
Chaitra Navratri 2026 Day 1: Puja Vidhi
Firstly, to begin the Puja Vidhi on the first day of Chaitra Navratri 2026, take a bath early in the morning and purify the puja area with gangajal. Installing the picture of the Navdurga. Begin the Ghatasthapana Puja by sowing the barley seeds in the pot and offer fresh yellow flowers, vermilion, shringar items, and incense sticks to the goddess. Finally, light the ghee lamp before Mata Rani. Perform aarti of Maa Durga and her Shailputri incarnation using camphor.
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Mata Shailpuri is worshipped on the first day of Navratri. She is known as the daughter of King Himalaya. (Image Source: Gemini AI)
Chaitra Navratri 2026 Day 1: Mantra
- Om Devi Shailputreyi Namah
- Vande Vanchhitlabhay Chandrardhakrit-shekharam |
Vrisharudham Shuladharam Shailputrim Yashasvinim ||
Chaitra Navratri 2026 Day 1: Bhog
Devotees must offer bhog items or sweets made up of pure cow ghee and milk to Mata Shailpuri, such as kheer, kalakand, etc.
Chaitra Navratri 2026 Day 1: Mata Shailputri Aarti
Shailputri Maa Bail Asawaar, Karein Devta Jai Jai Kaar.
Shiv-Shankar Ki Priye Bhawani, Teri Mahima Kisi Ne Na Jaani.
Parvati Tu Uma Kehlaave, Jo Tujhe Sumire So Sukh Paave.
Riddhi Siddhi Parwaan Kare Tu, Daya Kare Dhanwaan Kare Tu.
Somvaar Ko Shiv Sang Pyaari, Aarti Jisne Teri Utaari.
Uski Sagari Aas Puja Do, Sagare Duhkh Takleef Mita Do.
Ghee Ka Sundar Deep Jala Ke, Gola Gari Ka Bhog Laga Ke.
Shraddha Bhaav Se Mantra Japaayein, Prem Sahit Phir Sheesh Jhukaayein.
Jai Girraj Kishori Ambe, Shiv Mukh Chandra Chakori Ambe.
Manokaamna Poorn Kar Do, Chaman Sada Sukh Sampatti Bhar Do.
About Mata Shailputri
Mata Shailputri is the first manifestation of Durga’s nine avatars, celebrated on the inaugural day of Navratri. The daughter of King Himalaya, ruler of the Mountains, represents strength and determination. Mata Shailputri is depicted riding a bull with a trident and a lotus, symbolising purity and power.
(Disclaimer: This content includes advice providing generic information only. It is in no way a substitute for qualified spiritual or astrological opinion. Always consult a specialist for more information before adopting any measures.)