Brief
Navratri 2026 dates and daily colours announced for UAE and India
The Hindu festival starts on Oct 11 in the UAE and India, with a nine‑day colour sequence and a follow‑up Vijayadashami on Oct 20.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Navratri 2026 will be observed from Sunday, 11 October to Monday, 19 October, with Vijayadashami on 20 October, Gulf News reported.
What happened
The autumn Navratri, also called Sharad Navratri, begins with the ritual of Ghatasthapana on 11 October and concludes with Maha Navami on 19 October. The earlier spring Navratri (Chaitra Navratri) ran from 19 to 27 March.
What the reports add
Gulf News listed a specific colour for each of the nine days, starting with orange on 11 October and ending with peacock green on 19 October. The sequence is: Day 1 – orange, Day 2 – white, Day 3 – red, Day 4 – royal blue, Day 5 – yellow, Day 6 – green, Day 7 – grey, Day 8 – purple, Day 9 – peacock green.
What was said
The outlet noted that the colour tradition is a modern practice rather than a religious requirement and that regional variations exist.
How it came about
Navratri celebrates the goddess Durga’s victory over the demon Mahishasura. The festival follows the Hindu lunar calendar, so exact timings can differ by city; families often consult a local panchang before beginning rituals.
Key facts
- Sharad Navratri 2026 starts on 11 October and ends on 19 October. (gulfnews.com)
- Vijayadashami follows on 20 October 2026. (gulfnews.com)
- The daily colour sequence begins with orange and ends with peacock green. (gulfnews.com)
- Chaitra Navratri 2026 ran from 19 to 27 March. (gulfnews.com)
Sources
- [1] gulfnews.com — originally reported as “Navratri 2026 dates, colours and celebrations explained”
