Monday, 19 October 2026 · Ashwin Shukla Ashtami
One of the most powerful days of Navratri, dedicated to Durga's fierce forms. Kanya pujan honours young girls as embodiments of the Goddess.
Durga Ashtami is observed on Monday, 19 October 2026, on Ashwin Shukla Ashtami. Dates follow the Hindu lunar calendar and are set for India, so confirm the exact tithi with your local panchang.
See the day's panchang for tithi, nakshatra and the auspicious windows, find a shubh muhurat for any new beginning, or ask Saptarishi what this day means for your chart.
Festival dates reflect classical panchang calculations. Regional traditions vary; treat this as a guide.