Note the auspicious time for establishing the Kalash of Chaitra Navratri, also know the importance and correct method of Ghatasthapana.

Chaitra Navratri Kalash Sthapana: Chaitra Navratri, the great festival of worshiping the nine forms of Adi Shakti Maa Durga, is starting from Thursday, March 19, 2026. Navratri festival has great importance in Hindu religion. Be it Shardiya or Chaitra, both of them are the center of Shakti Sadhana of the nine days of Navratri ‘Ghat’ and ‘urn’ It happens.

Ghat Establishment Happiness, Prosperity and Positivity

These nine days of celebration begin Kalash installation From, which is also called Ghat Sthapana. This ritual not only invokes Maa Durga, but it also brings happiness, prosperity and positivity to our home.

This Kalash is considered to be the form of Lord Ganesha and a symbol of the universe. Its full results are achieved only if this ritual is performed with proper rituals.

Importance of establishing Kalash

Invoking the Goddess: Kalash is considered the seat of the goddess. only through Kalash Sthapana Maa Durga Is invited to sit in the house for nine days.

Auspiciousness and prosperity: It is a symbol of auspiciousness and good fortune in the house. It is believed that installing the Kalash brings happiness and peace in the house.

Symbol of the Universe: Kalash is considered a miniature form of the universe. The water filled in the Kalash symbolizes life, and the leaves and coconut placed on it represent the creation of the universe.

Auspicious time for establishing Kalash in Chaitra Navratri

According to astrologers, Chaitra Navratri Kalash Sthapana 2026 Muhurat is 19 March, Thursday.

Auspicious Muhurta (Morning): 19th March from 06:52 AM to 07:43 AM Duration: 51 minutes Abhijeet Muhurta (Afternoon): 19th March from 12:05 PM to 12:53 PM

Sow barley in an earthen pot, place a pot containing Ganges water and coin on it, install mango leaves and a coconut wrapped in molly. This method brings happiness and prosperity.

What is the easy method of establishing Kalash?

Spot Cleaning: Clean the worship place (northeast corner) and sprinkle Ganga water.

Sowing Barley: Fill an earthen vessel with soil and sow barley, which is a symbol of prosperity.

Prepare the vase: For the Kalash, add copper, holy water, Ganges water, lump of turmeric, betel nut, coin and 5 mango leaves in the soil.

Kalash installation: Tie Mauli on the Kalash, make a Swastika and install it in the middle of the vessel sown with barley.

Coconut Installation: Wrap the coconut in red cloth or chunri, tie Mauli (Kalava) on it and place it on the Kalash.

Worship: Light a lamp on the Kalash, apply Tilak with Roli-rice and chant ‘Om Navratri Poojanarthe Varun Devay Aavahamyaham’. Chant the mantra.

What things should be kept in mind while installing the Kalash?

Always install the Kalash in the north or north-east (northeast corner).
Start worshiping Goddess Durga only after establishing the Kalash.
Keep the coconut facing straight upwards or slightly towards the seeker.
While setting up the Kalash, meditate on Maa Durga.