Navratri Puja Vidhi: From Kalash Sthapana to Kanya Puja Explained
Navratri is a sacred nine-day festival dedicated to the worship of Goddess Durga and her nine divine forms (Navadurga). Performing the rituals step-by-step with complete devotion brings peace, prosperity, and spiritual awakening to the household. Whether you are performing the rituals at home for the first time or want a comprehensive refresher, here is the complete Navratri Puja Vidhi—from Kalash Sthapana to Kanya Puja. Phase 1: Preparation & Ghatsthapana (Kalash Sthapana) Ghatsthapana marks the official beginning of Navratri and invokes the presence of Goddess Shakti into your sacred space. Phase 2: Daily Puja Routine (Days 1 to 9) Throughout the nine days, the Goddess is worshipped in her different forms, moving from Shailputri on Day 1 to Siddhidatri on Day 9. Phase 3: Ashtami / Navami Havan (Fire Ritual) On the 8th (Mahashtami) or 9th (Mahanavami) day, a sacred fire ritual (Havan) is performed to conclude the intense prayers and offer gratitude to the Goddess. Phase 4: Kanya Puja (Kumari Pujan) Kanya Puja is considered the heart of Navratri rituals, signifying that the Divine Mother resides within every young girl. Phase 5: Navratri Parana & Visarjan On Dashami (the tenth day), the festival concludes with the formal immersion or closing rituals.
