Significance of Masik Durgashtami February 2026

Masik Durgashtami honors Goddess Durga’s protective power. It is a monthly reminder to seek courage, harmony, and inner strength. The day blends spirituality with family rituals. It also aligns with seasonal shifts, helping devotees stay hopeful during winter. 🕉️🙏 Family prayers bring peace and positive energy to homes. 🌼✨

Masik Durgashtami February 2026 Date, Muhurat and Timing

Tithi	Details
Tithi	Krishna Paksha Ashtami — Masik Durgashtami observed on the eighth day of the waning moon.
Nakshatra	Rohini (partial approximation for February 2026; local panchang may vary).
Sunrise	Approximately 07:05 AM IST
Sunset	Approximately 06:00 PM IST
Auspicious Timing	Ghatika windows: 05:34–06:20 AM; 11:50 AM–12:30 PM. Additional snan and puja prayers can start after sunrise. 🕰️
Date	February 2026 — observe on Krishna Paksha Ashtami as per local Panchang. Dates vary by region.

Traditions & Rituals of Masik Durgashtami February 2026

• Wake before dawn. Clean the puja space. Light a ghee lamp. Dress the altar with red cloth. Place a Durga idol or photo. Offer fresh flowers. 🙏🪔
• Recite a short Durga stotra or Durga Chalisa. Focus on Maa Durga’s protection and strength. 🕉️💫
• Make a simple bhog. Offer fruits, seasonal sweets, or milk with honey. Perform a small aarti with a bell. 🫖🔔
• Share prasad with family and neighbors. Create a calm, joyful atmosphere at home. 🎁🏠

Remedies to Perform on Masik Durgashtami February 2026

• Action: Chant Om Dum Durgayei Namah 11 times while lighting a gentle ghee lamp.
  Benefit: It invokes protection and courage for the month ahead. 🕯️💪
• Action: Feed seven needy people with a simple, wholesome meal after puja.
  Benefit: Blessings flow and obstacles ease away. 🍽️✨
• Action: Place a Durga image with red border, coconut, and betel leaves on the altar.
  Benefit: Family energy harmonizes and devotion deepens. 🧿🏵️

Mantras & Chants on Masik Durgashtami February 2026

• Om Dum Durgayei Namaha — Significance: Invokes Durga’s protective energy and courage daily. 🕊️
• Ya Devi Sarvabhuteshu Shakti Rupena Samsthita — Significance: Awakens inner strength and divine power in all beings. 💫

Fasting Rules & Food Guidelines on Masik Durgashtami February 2026

• Observe a light vrat from sunrise to next dawn. Avoid onion, garlic, meat, and heavy grains. Drink water, milk, or fruit juice. 🥗🥛
• Choose sattvik foods: fresh fruits, yogurt, milk, boiled vegetables, khichdi, and simple prasad. 🍚🥣
• Offer prasad during puja and share a portion with family and friends. This spreads blessings. 🙏🍬

Dos and Don’ts on Masik Durgashtami February 2026

Do’s

• Keep the puja space clean and bright with a small lamp and fresh flowers. 🕯️🌼
• Recite a Durga mantra or stotra with concentration and devotional calm. 🧘‍♀️
• Donate to the needy and share prasad with neighbors. 🫶🍬

Don’ts

• Avoid heavy meals and non-vegetarian foods during the vrat. 🚫🍖
• Do not skip the sunrise puja; delay weakens the ritual energy. 🌅
• Avoid loud arguments or negativity in the home on this day. 🧘‍♂️🕊️