Navratri Day 1: Worship Maa Shailputri and Seek Blessings for a Prosperous Life

Sharadiya Navratri, celebrated annually on the Pratipada Tithi of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Ashvin, has begun. This festival is a time for special worship of the nine forms of Maa Durga. The first day is dedicated to Maa Shailputri, the daughter of the Himalayas. She is considered the first form of Durga. It is believed that performing the Ghatasthapana on the first day of Navratri, followed by the worship of Maa Shailputri according to the rituals, brings auspicious results. The auspicious time for Ghatasthapana is from 6:08 AM to 8:06 AM today. The Abhijit Muhurat is from 11:49 AM to 12:38 PM. Offerings to Maa Shailputri should include white clothes, roli, akshat, sindoor, incense, lamps, and flowers. Red hibiscus or white flowers are particularly significant. The article suggests reciting the mantras dedicated to the goddess, including ‘Sarva Mangalya Mangalye…’ and ‘Ya Devi Sarva Bhuteshu…’. The Aarti of Maa Shailputri is also provided to offer prayers and seek her blessings.