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Shardiya Navratri 2026: Nine Colours and Their Meanings
Shardiya Navratri is a Hindu festival lasting nine days.
In 2026, it starts on October 11 and ends on October 19.
Each day honors a different form of Goddess Durga.
People may wear a special colour connected with each day.
The first day’s colour is orange, which represents energy and enthusiasm.
The colours then include white, red, royal blue, yellow, green, grey, purple and peacock green.
Each colour has its own traditional meaning, such as peace, strength, growth or prosperity.
Vijayadashami follows Navratri on October 20.
Worship and Ghatasthapana times can be different in different places.
Shardiya Navratri 2026 begins on October 11 and concludes on October 19.
Vijayadashami will be observed on October 20, 2026.
Each of the nine days is dedicated to a different form of Goddess Durga.
The colours range from orange and white to purple and peacock green.
Ghatasthapana and puja timings may vary by location, so devotees should consult their local Panchang.
- Who
- Devotees worship the nine forms of Goddess Durga, including Maa Shailputri, Maa Brahmacharini and Maa Siddhidatri.
- What
- Shardiya Navratri 2026 is a nine-day religious observance featuring a different traditional colour and form of Goddess Durga each day.
- When
- The festival runs from October 11 through October 19, 2026; Vijayadashami follows on October 20.
- Where
- The festival is observed during the Hindu month of Ashwin; exact ritual timings depend on the devotee’s location.
- Why
- Devotees observe Navratri through worship, fasting and other traditions while seeking blessings and honoring the Navdurga.
- Festival
- Shardiya Navratri 2026
- Start date
- October 11, 2026
- End date
- October 19, 2026
- Vijayadashami
- October 20, 2026
- Day 1
- Orange; Maa Shailputri
- Day 9
- Peacock green; Maa Siddhidatri
- Timing note
- Ghatasthapana and puja timings can vary by location and should be checked in the local Panchang.