Meaning and timing context
The first day is selected from Chaitra Shukla Pratipada at local sunrise. Regional new-year traditions can use additional rules.
Chaitra Navratri Begins
Chaitra Navratri begins nine nights of Devi worship and also opens the traditional lunar year in many regions.
Saturday, 12 September 2026
Auckland, New Zealand · Pacific/Auckland
- Location
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Observance date
- Saturday, 12 September 2026
- Sunrise
- 6:26 am
- Sunset
- 6:08 pm
- Tithi at sunrise
- Shukla Pratipada
- Tithi ends
- 2:16 pm
A simple observance
- Begin with a simple, clear intention suited to your family tradition.
- Keep prayer, reflection, charity or seva practical and non-coercive.
- Use the calculated local timing as a planning guide and confirm a time-sensitive ritual with Raman Ji or your temple tradition.
Common questions
Why can the date differ between cities?+
The tithi at local sunrise and the exact event instant can change with longitude, latitude and time zone.
Is this a compulsory ritual prescription?+
No. It is a calculated calendar guide. Health, family practice and sampradaya remain important.