Navratri Special Anushthan
नवरात्रि विशेष अनुष्ठान
Nine days of worship, jaap and havan observed during Chaitra and Sharad Navratri.
Ritual format
Combination
Duration
Nine days, with the main havan on Ashtami or Navami
Live participation
Available
Photos / recording
Photos across the nine days; havan video on request
Prasad
India · International · On request
Overview
During Navratri the temple observes a nine-day sequence of worship, with daily puja, mantra jaap and a concluding havan on Ashtami or Navami according to the devotee's sankalp.
Devotee sankalps are taken through all nine days, and many families observe this annually.
Traditional significance
Navratri is traditionally regarded as the most auspicious period for Devi worship, and Ashtami is particularly observed at Baglamukhi peeths.
The Nalkheda temple sees its largest gatherings during Chaitra and Shardiya Navratri.
Who traditionally seeks this ritual
- Families who observe an annual Navratri sankalp
- Devotees beginning a new undertaking in the coming year
- Devotees abroad who wish to be included through the nine days
Rituals are performed traditionally and with sincerity. No specific outcome is promised or guaranteed.
The ritual process
Step 1
Ghatasthapana
Kalash established on the first tithi and the sankalp opened.
Step 2
Daily puja
Worship offered morning and evening through the nine days.
Step 3
Daily jaap
Mantra recitation maintained each day of the observance.
Step 4
Ashtami havan
The main havan performed on Ashtami with full ahutis.
Step 5
Purnahuti & kanya pujan
Concluding offering and traditional kanya pujan.
What your Sankalp includes
- Devotee name
- Gotra (if known)
- Family members to be included
- Intention in your own words
- Current city and country
- Preferred date or tithi
What you receive
- Your sankalp included through all nine days
- Ashtami havan performed in your name
- Photographs and updates
- Prasad dispatched where requested
Preparing for the ritual
- Book early — Navratri dates fill quickly
- Observe vrat or sattvik diet if you are able
- Share sankalp details before Ghatasthapana
Questions devotees ask
When is Navratri 2026?
Shardiya Navratri 2026 runs from Ghatasthapana on Sunday, 11 October to Vijayadashami on Tuesday, 20 October. The full day-wise calendar with tithi and muhurat is on the Navratri 2026 page.
Can I attend in person?
Yes, devotees are welcome at the temple. Pilgrimage guidance is available on request.
Related rituals
Baglamukhi Havan
The traditional fire ritual of Maa Baglamukhi, performed at the Nalkheda Siddhpeeth.
View ritualBaglamukhi Puja
Traditional worship of Maa Baglamukhi with sankalp, archana and aarti.
View ritualShatru Shanti Anushthan
An extended, multi-day observance traditionally undertaken during periods of conflict and opposition.
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