Ashwin (Sharad) Navratri 2026, observed from 11 October to 20 October 2026, features special spiritual practices presented by Sri Nikhil Chetana Kendra, Hyderabad, Telangana. These sadhanas are dedicated to Goddess Durga, her nine divine forms, and the Dasha Mahavidyas (Ten Mahavidyas), emphasizing divine blessings, spiritual accomplishment, prosperity, and the protection of Sanatana Dharma.
The Navratri sadhana begins on 11 October 2026 with Shodashopachara Puja of Goddess Durga, Kalash Sthapana, Akhand Deepa, and the installation and worship of the Navadurga Yantra and Dasha Mahavidya Yantra. Following Guru and Ganesha Puja, practitioners are instructed to chant the prescribed Navarna Mahamantra for nine malas during each of the three Sandhya periods, using a Navadurga Mala.
The document describes this practice as spiritually significant for receiving the blessings of Goddess Durga, attaining Mahavidya Siddhi, prosperity, recognition, and advancement toward Siddhashram.
Dasha Mahavidya Sadhanas
The document also prescribes ten special Mahavidya sadhanas, performed sequentially during Navratri:
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Mahakali Sadhana – Worship and mantra chanting dedicated to Goddess Mahakali.
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Tara Sadhana – A special practice associated with Tara Mahavidya and Swarna Rasayana Siddhi.
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Shodashi Tripura Sundari Sadhana – Dedicated to Goddess Tripura Sundari, with prayers for health and prosperity.
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Tripura Bhairavi Sadhana – Meditation and mantra worship of Goddess Tripura Bhairavi.
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Bhuvaneshwari Sadhana – Dedicated to Goddess Bhuvaneshwari.
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Chinnamasta Sadhana – Special mantra practice dedicated to Goddess Chinnamasta.
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Matangi Sadhana – Meditation and mantra chanting dedicated to Goddess Matangi.
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Dhumavati Sadhana – Special worship of Goddess Dhumavati.
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Baglamukhi Sadhana – A practice invoking divine protection, prosperity, and the fulfillment of desired undertakings.
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Kamala Sadhana – Worship dedicated to Goddess Kamala, associated with divine abundance and prosperity.
Each Mahavidya sadhana includes a specific Dhyana and mantra. Practitioners are instructed to wear red clothes, sit on a red asana, and chant nine malas using a red Hakik Mala at midnight, performing the Mahavidya practices in sequence across Navratri. The document associates these practices with Swarna Siddhi and Kaya Kalpa Siddhi.
The instructions emphasize disciplined spiritual practice, devotion to the Guru, and the importance of completing the prescribed sadhanas. A special note also mentions a proposed spiritual journey to the Himalayan Kanchenjunga region for practitioners who successfully complete all the prescribed practices and follow the stated rules.
These Sharad Navratri 2026 Sadhanas offer devotees and spiritual seekers an opportunity to deepen their worship of Goddess Durga and the Dasha Mahavidyas through dedicated mantra japa, meditation, yantra worship, and disciplined spiritual practice.