Festivals

California (UTC-7)

Date

20th October 2026

Ayudha Puja

Tithi:

Shukla Navami upto 12:20 AM

Shukla Dashami upto 1:42 AM +1

Nakshatra:

Shravana upto 5:33 AM

Dhanishta upto 7:18 AM +1

Vasara:Tuesday

Relevant Timings

Ayudha Puja Vijaya Muhurat

20 Oct, 2:29 pm – 3:14 pm, 20 Oct

Duration - 44 Mins

About

Ayudha Puja, also known as Astra Puja, is a significant part of the Navaratri festival. It falls on the ninth day (Maha Navami) and involves the worship of the instruments of one's livelihood.

Significance:

It is a day of expressing gratitude for the tools and machines that aid in one's profession, recognizing the divine presence in all forms of human endeavor.

Rituals & Puja Vidhi:

1. Cleaning: All tools, vehicles, and instruments are thoroughly cleaned. 2. Decoration: They are decorated with sandalwood paste, turmeric, and flowers. 3. Puja: A formal worship is conducted, invoking the blessings of Goddess Saraswati, Parvati, and Lakshmi.