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Durga Ashtami 2031: Date, Muhurat, Puja Vidhi & Significance
📅 Thursday, 23 October 2031
| Tithi begins | 02:12 AM, 23 Oct |
|---|---|
| Tithi ends | 12:01 AM, 24 Oct |
| Sunrise / Sunset (Ujjain) | 06:27 AM / 05:55 PM |
| Nakshatra | Uttara Ashadha (till 08:53 PM, 23 Oct) |
| Abhijit Muhurat | 11:48 AM – 12:33 PM |
| Pradosh kaal | 05:55 PM – 08:25 PM |
| Rahu Kaal (avoid) | 01:37 PM – 03:03 PM |
Timings for Ujjain (IST). For your city see the panchang.
Significance
Maha Ashtami of Sharad Navratri; Kanya pujan and Sandhi puja are performed.
Deity: Maa Mahagauri
Special pujas for Durga Ashtami
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In other years
- Durga Ashtami 2025: Tuesday, 30 September 2025
- Durga Ashtami 2026: Monday, 19 October 2026
- Durga Ashtami 2027: Thursday, 7 October 2027
- Durga Ashtami 2028: Tuesday, 26 September 2028
- Durga Ashtami 2029: Sunday, 14 October 2029
- Durga Ashtami 2030: Friday, 4 October 2030
- Durga Ashtami 2031: Thursday, 23 October 2031
Frequently asked questions
When is Durga Ashtami in 2031?
As per the Ujjain panchang, Durga Ashtami 2031 falls on Thursday, 23 October 2031.
What are the tithi timings for Durga Ashtami 2031?
The tithi begins at 02:12 AM, 23 Oct and ends at 12:01 AM, 24 Oct (IST).
Which puja should be done on Durga Ashtami?
Navchandi Yagya, Durga Saptashati Path are considered especially fruitful on Durga Ashtami.