Overview

• Pratipada Tithi begins at 1:23 am on Sept. 22 and ends at 2:55 am on Sept. 23, with Ghatasthapana set for 6:09–8:06 am and an Abhijit muhurat of 11:49 am–12:38 pm.
• Media citing Drik Panchang report a ten‑day observance this year, concluding with Vijayadashami on Oct. 2 due to a shortened Pitru Paksha.
• Day 1 honors Maa Shailputri, with devotees observing Kalash Sthapana and favoring white attire and offerings as part of the puja vidhi.
• Mumbai’s Mumbadevi and Mahalaxmi temples opened early for darshan, with Mumbadevi scheduling a Deepotsav on Sept. 26 and a Chandi Mahayagya on Oct. 1 under stated security precautions.
• Outlets across India are distributing day‑wise guides and shareable wishes, and Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghvi referenced the festival alongside the power of ‘Operation Sindoor’ in a public remark.