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Monday, 19 October 2026 — the final day of Navratri
Navratri Day 9 falls on Monday, 19 October 2026, the final day of Sharad Navratri. It is dedicated to Maa Siddhidatri, the ninth form of Navadurga and the giver of siddhis (spiritual powers and accomplishments). The colour of the day in the commonly published 2026 sequence is peacock green (some regional lists give pink).
Because of a tithi overlap this year, many panchangs observe Maha Ashtami, the Sandhi Puja and Maha Navami all on 19 October — making today the busiest day of the festival for many families. Vijayadashami (Dussehra) follows on Tuesday, 20 October.
See the full calendar in our Navratri 2026 guide to all 9 days.
| Detail | Day 9 |
|---|---|
| Date | Monday, 19 October 2026 |
| Observance | Maha Navami (and, in many panchangs, Maha Ashtami and Sandhi Puja) |
| Goddess | Maa Siddhidatri |
| Colour of the day | Peacock green |
| Mount | Lion; also shown seated on a lotus |
| Traditional bhog | Sesame (til), seasonal fruits, halwa-puri-chana |
| Next day | Dussehra, Tuesday 20 October |
Siddhidatri means "giver of siddhis". She is regarded as the completion of the goddess's journey through the nine forms, granting wisdom and spiritual fulfilment to devotees.
According to popular tradition, at the start of creation Lord Shiva worshipped the primordial goddess as Siddhidatri and received all the siddhis from her. By her grace, half of Shiva's body became that of the goddess — giving rise to his Ardhanarishvara form, half male and half female, symbolising the inseparability of Shiva (consciousness) and Shakti (energy).
Traditional texts list eight classical siddhis, which Siddhidatri is believed to bestow:
| Siddhi | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Anima | Becoming as small as an atom |
| Mahima | Becoming infinitely large |
| Garima | Becoming immensely heavy |
| Laghima | Becoming weightless |
| Prapti | Reaching anywhere |
| Prakamya | Fulfilling any wish |
| Ishitva | Lordship over creation |
| Vashitva | Control over all things |
Most devotees today understand these symbolically — as mastery over the self, clarity and inner fulfilment.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Arms | Four, holding a chakra, gada (mace), shankh (conch) and lotus |
| Seat | A fully bloomed lotus |
| Mount | Lion |
| Attendants | Often shown surrounded by gods, siddhas, gandharvas and sages in worship |
Name mantra:
ॐ देवी सिद्धिदात्र्यै नमः॥
Om Devi Siddhidatryai Namah
Dhyana shloka:
सिद्धगन्धर्वयक्षाद्यैरसुरैरमरैरपि।
सेव्यमाना सदा भूयात् सिद्धिदा सिद्धिदायिनी॥
Meaning: "May Siddhidatri, the giver of siddhis, who is ever worshipped by siddhas, gandharvas, yakshas, asuras and gods, always grant us accomplishment."
By popular tradition, sesame seeds (til) or sesame sweets are offered to Maa Siddhidatri, along with seasonal fruits and the halwa-puri-chana of Kanya Pujan. Devotees believe the offering protects against misfortune.
Peacock green blends the calm of blue with the growth of green, signifying fulfilment and compassion. The 2026 sequence used on Wipidia lists peacock green; some regional lists assign pink to Navami. Either is fine — the colour custom is optional.
Most families break the Navratri fast after Kanya Pujan on Navami, or on Dashami morning, depending on family custom. The kalash visarjan — immersing or respectfully disposing of the kalash water, coconut and barley — is usually done on Dashami. Use the water for plants and dispose of offerings in an eco-friendly way.
If you have fasted for several days, break the fast gently with light, easily digestible food.
The day after Navami is Vijayadashami (Dussehra), celebrating the victory of good over evil — Rama's victory over Ravana and the goddess's triumph over Mahishasura. Effigies of Ravana are burned across North India, and in Bengal the goddess's idols are immersed.
Monday, 19 October 2026. Many panchangs also observe Maha Ashtami and the Sandhi Puja on the same day this year.
Maa Siddhidatri, the giver of siddhis.
Peacock green in the commonly published 2026 sequence; some regions use pink.
Usually after Kanya Pujan on Navami or on Dashami morning, depending on family tradition.
Tuesday, 20 October 2026.
Day 9 of Navratri 2026, on 19 October, honours Maa Siddhidatri and brings the festival to its close — with Maha Navami and, in many panchangs, Maha Ashtami and the Sandhi Puja on the same day. Offer sesame and fruit, complete Kanya Pujan and havan, and prepare for Dussehra on 20 October.
