AstrologgerMasik Durgashtami in April 2026
There is one Masik Durgashtami in April 2026. The dates and timings below are computed for New Delhi.
April 2026 has one Masik Durgashtami: Masik Durgashtami (Vaishakha) on Friday, 24 April (Shukla paksha).
| Date | Day | Name | Paksha / Month | Tithi Begins | Tithi Ends |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Apr 2026 | Fri | Masik Durgashtami (Vaishakha) | Shukla · Vaishakha | 23 Apr, 8:49 PM | 24 Apr, 7:22 PM |
All dates & times computed for New Delhi (IST) with the Swiss Ephemeris + Lahiri ayanamsa — not copied.
What is Masik Durgashtami?
Masik Durgashtami honours the Goddess on the eighth tithi of the waxing fortnight each month. The Ashtami is the tithi of Shakti at her fullest before Purnima, and devotees keep it with fasting, Durga path and lamps, praying for protection and strength.
Monthly vrat and the annual Maha Ashtami
The monthly observance builds toward the great Durga Ashtami of Sharad Navratri, when Mahishasura-mardini is worshipped with sandhi puja at the junction of Ashtami and Navami. Keeping the monthly Ashtami is regarded as sustaining that devotion year-round.
Frequently asked questions
How many Masik Durgashtami are in 2026?+
There are 12 Masik Durgashtami in 2026 for the Delhi region — one each lunar month on the Shukla Ashtami.
How is it related to Navratri's Durga Ashtami?+
The Shukla Ashtami of Ashwina, falling inside Sharad Navratri, is the annual Maha Ashtami; the monthly Durgashtamis carry the same devotion through the year.
How is the vrat kept?+
Devotees fast for the day, worship Durga with flowers and lamps, and recite the Durga Saptashati or Durga Chalisa. Some offer kanya pujan on the annual Ashtami.
What is the significance?+
The Ashtami tithi is held sacred to the Shakti principle; the vrat is kept for protection, strength and the removal of fear — matters of faith and tradition.
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