Sharadiya Navratri begins under the shadow of Solar Eclipse: 3 important things to do before Ghatasthapana

New Delhi: This year second and final solar eclipse is set to occur on 21 September. However, Sharadiya Navratri also begins under the shadow of this eclipse. People are wondering how to perform Ghatasthapana during Navratri. Can puja be performed during the eclipse? In this article, we will provide you with essential information regarding Ghatasthapana during the solar eclipse and on the first day of Navratri. Duration of Solar Eclipse and Visibility in India The solar eclipse will begin at 10:59 pm on 21 September. Its peak will be at 1:12 am on 22 September, and the eclipse will end at 3:23 am. However, this eclipse will not be visible in India. Therefore, the Sutak period will not be valid in India. This means that the beliefs and restrictions associated with a solar eclipse will not apply in India. Shardiya Navratri 2025: The Nation dips into divine fragrance of the festival; Preparations in the pink Ghatasthapana Muhurta and Effects of Solar Eclipse Ghatasthapana, or the installation of the Kalash, is performed on the first day of Navratri. According to scriptures, performing it during a specific auspicious time is considered auspicious. Since this solar eclipse is not visible in India, Ghatasthapana can be performed during the designated time. This time, the auspicious time for Ghatasthapana is from 6:09 am to 8:06 am on 22 September. Abhijit Muhurta will also be from 11:49 am to 12:38 pm. Pratipada Tithi begins at 1:23 am on September 22nd and ends at 2:55 am on September 23rd. After Solar Eclipse Do These Three Things Before Ghatasthapana Sprinkling Ganga water in the house: To protect against the effects of the eclipse, sprinkle Ganga water throughout the house before the puja. This purifies the atmosphere and increases the flow of positive energy. It is also important to sprinkle Ganga water on the puja materials. Cleaning the House: After the solar eclipse ends, clean the house before sunrise. This maintains purity and prepares the atmosphere for welcoming Goddess Durga. Navratri 2025: Create stunning Chaniya Choli images with Gemini AI’s photo editing prompts Wear Yellow Clothes: After the eclipse, take a bath and wear clean clothes. If possible, wear yellow clothes, as this color is considered auspicious for worship. This brings peace, prosperity, and well-being to the home. It is important to follow the advice of the scriptures during Ghatasthapana during Sharadiya Navratri, which begins under the shadow of the last solar eclipse of the year. Since the eclipse will not be visible in India, the Sutak period will not be applicable this time, and you can perform puja during the designated auspicious time. After the eclipse, cleaning the house with Ganga water, purifying puja materials, and wearing yellow clothes are considered auspicious. Keeping these things in mind, worship Goddess Durga and enjoy the holy festival of Navratri.