Chaitra Navratri 2023: The auspicious nine holy days of Chaitra Navratri are here. The festivity, which takes place between March and April every year, is said to be the first day of the first month (Chaitra) as per the Hindu Luni-Solar calendar. It is also revered as Vasanta Navratri. The ninth day of the Navratri celebrations also marks Ram Navami, the birthday of Lord Ram.
The nine manifestations of Maa Durga or Goddess Shakti – Shailaputri, Brahmacharini, Chandraghanta, Kushmanda, Skandamata, Katyayani, Kalaratri, Mahagauri, and Siddhidatri – are worshipped during the nine days of the Chaitra Navratri. Furthermore, each day of Navratri has relevance with a colour.
The Meaning of the Navratri's Nine Colors
Day One of Navratri: Royal Blue
The first day of Chaitra Navratri should be celebrated by wearing royal blue. Richness and serenity are represented by this hue.
Day Two of Navratri: Yellow
One experiences Navratri customs with an unmatched sense of happiness and delight by donning yellow. This warm hue makes the wearer happy all day long.
Day 3 of Navratri: Green
Green represents nature and conjures up images of growth, fertility, tranquillity, and calm. The colour promotes tranquillity and symbolises fresh starts in life.
Day 4 of Navratri: Grey
Grey keeps the person grounded and represents balanced emotions.
Day 5 of Navratri: Orange
Wearing orange while worshipping Goddess Shakti endows one with warm and vivacious traits. This colour gives off a lot of good vibes and uplifts the mood of the wearer.
Day 6 of Navratri: White
The colour white is a representation of innocence and purity. On Shashthi, dress in white to earn the blessings of the Goddess and attain inner tranquillity and stability.
Day 7 of Navratri: Red
Red is the most popular colour of Chunri donated to Goddess Shakti and represents passion and love. It gives its followers energy and vitality.
Day 8 of Navratri: Blue
The colour blue is closely associated with the sky and represents the scope and boundless aspect of the natural world. Wear it to broaden your eyes and horizons.
Day 9 of Navratri: Pink
Pink represents peace, love, and affection on a global scale. It is a beautiful colour that makes one approachable and also adds a tonne of charm to their personality.