Shardiya Navratri 2024: Day-Wise Colours List; Everything To Know About 9 Devis And What They Represent

The Navratri festival is of great importance in Hindu society. This lively and holy festival that honours the divine feminine power focusses on the adoration of Goddess Durga and her various manifestations. This celebration commences on the Pratipada of the Shukla Paksha in Ashwin month and lasts until Navami.

As per the Hindu calendar, the first day of the bright fortnight in the month of Ashwin will start on October 3, 2024, at 12:19 AM and end at 2:58 AM on October 4. Shardiya Navratri will start on Thursday, October 3, 2024, according to the Udaya Tithi.

With the festival approaching, delve into the various deities worshipped, the significance of different colours for each day, and learn more about them.

Day 1: Yellow

Shailaputri: The Goddess of Courage

On the initial day of Navratri, Goddess Shailaputri is honored for her representation of bravery and power. Followers wear yellow, a bright color representing strength and resolve.

Day 2: Green

Brahmacharini: The Goddess of Purity

The second day is dedicated to worshipping Goddess Brahmacharini, symbolising purity and devotion. The colour linked to her is green due to its representation of calmness and peace.

Day 3: Grey

Chandraghanta: The Goddess of Peace

On the third day, worshippers honour Goddess Chandraghanta, who represents peace and tranquillity. Grey, the hue symbolising happiness and joy, is linked to her.

Day 4: Orange

Kushmanda: The Goddess of Prosperity

On the fourth day, the color orange symbolises the Goddess Kushmanda. She is the originator of all creation and grants prosperity to her followers.

Day 5: White

Skandamata: The Mother of Skanda

The fifth day is dedicated to the worship of Goddess Skandamata, who is Lord Skanda's mother. White, a colour representing equilibrium and steadiness, is linked to her.

Day 6: Red

Katyayani: The Warrior Goddess

On the sixth day, Goddess Katyayani, symbolising strength and courage, is venerated. The color red, full of energy and brightness, symbolises her bold personality.

Day 7: Royal Blue

Kalaratri: The Dark Goddess

The seventh day is dedicated to worshipping Kalaratri, the formidable and potent manifestation of Goddess Durga. Royal Blue, representing purity and spirituality, is linked with her.

Day 8: Pink

Mahagauri: The Goddess of Beauty

Day 8 is dedicated to worshipping Goddess Mahagauri, who represents beauty and grace. The colour pink, which symbolises love and compassion, embodies her divine energy.

Day 9: Purple

Siddhidatri: The Bestower of Wisdom

During the last day of Navratri, we pay tribute to Goddess Siddhidatri, the giver of wisdom and knowledge. Associated with her is the color Purple, which symbolises vastness and spirituality.