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Navratri Celebrations
11 - 19 Oct. 2026

Nine nights of Chanting, Devotion & Prayer

For nine nights, the atmosphere transforms into a celebration of the Divine Mother — filled with chants, devotion, music, silence, and joy.

Homas & Pujas: 16 - 19 Oct.

 

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More than a celebration… a feeling of coming Home

Nine nights filled with devotion, music, prayers, and the warmth of togetherness

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MEDITATE

Return to a quiet space within

Amidst all the celebration, experience moments of deep silence, meditation, and a connection that feels incredibly personal.

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PRAY

Sit in the sacredness of ancient rituals

Witness powerful pujas and homas offered to the Divine Mother, filling the atmosphere with peace, strength, and blessings.

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SING & CELEBRATE

Lose yourself in devotion

As powerful bhajans and soulful music echo through the 9 days and thousands sing together, joy naturally takes over and the heart feels lighter.

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RECEIVE BLESSINGS

Carry home the grace

Whether it is a quiet prayer, a moment with Gurudev, or the energy of thousands gathered in devotion — Navratri leaves the heart feeling full, blessed, and deeply connected.

WHERE THOUSANDS GATHER AS ONE — NAVRATRI 2026

 

Navratri Celebrations at the Art of Living International Center, Bengaluru are a union of the physical, subtle and conscious aspects of our being through yogasanas, homas, meditation, prayer, sankalpa, seva, satsang and cultural events. Visitors and devotees throughout the world participate in these events to cultivate the highest human qualities. Peace, love, happiness and vibrance are predominant in the Ashram during this event.

 

We welcome you with open arms to join the celebrations presided over by Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar.

 

Come not just to witness Navratri, but to feel it.

To feel the devotion. To feel the togetherness. To feel at home.

The source of the universe is as diverse as its manifestation. Navratri is a celebration of this diversity in all its glory, a celebration of our source & our goal.

- GURUDEV SRI SRI RAVI SHANKAR

Programs for Indian Residents…

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Advanced Meditation Program - 10 Days

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Art of Living International Center, Bengaluru

English, Hindi
06 Oct - 20 Oct
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Advanced Meditation Program - 5 Days

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Art of Living International Center, Bengaluru

English, Hindi
11 Oct - 20 Oct
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Sanyam Level - 1

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Art of Living International Center, Bengaluru

English, Hindi
11 Oct - 20 Oct
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Knowledge Talk by Gurudev

 

Spiritual Sojourn - Awaken the Seeker Within
14 - 16 Aug. 2026

Beyond Knowledge - Wisdom Series with Gurudev
12 - 14 Sept. 2026



Spiritual Sojourn

Beyond Knowledge

Programs for Internationals / NRIs...

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Art of Silence - 10 Days

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Art of Living International Center, Bengaluru

English
06 Oct - 20 Oct
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*Your contribution benefits a host of social projects

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Art of Silence - 5 Days

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Art of Living International Center, Bengaluru

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11 Oct - 20 Oct
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*Your contribution benefits a host of social projects

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Sanyam Level - 1

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11 Oct - 20 Oct
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Post Navratri Program...

Note: Sanyam Level - 2 doesn’t include accommodation during Homas & Pujas.

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Sanyam Level - 2 (Internationals)

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Art of Living International Center, Bengaluru

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23 Oct - 26 Oct
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*Your contribution benefits a host of social projects

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Sanyam Level - 2 (Nationals)

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Art of Living International Center, Bengaluru

English, Hindi
23 Oct - 26 Oct
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*Your contribution benefits a host of social projects

Homas & Pujas Schedule

Day & DateTime (IST)*Event
10 Oct. 20269 AMRudrabhishekam

Day 1

11 Oct. 2026

7 PMRudrabhishekam
Day 2
12 Oct. 2026		7 PMRudrabhishekam
Day 3
13 Oct. 2026		7 PMRudrabhishekam
Day 4
14 Oct. 2026		7 PMRudrabhishekam
Day 5
15 Oct. 2026		7 PMRudrabhishekam
Day 6
16 Oct. 2026		7 AM onwardsRudrabhishekam
Sri Maha Ganapathy Homa, Sri Subramanya Homa & Sri Navagraha Homa
4:30 PM onwardsChandi Homa Prarambam
Day 7
17 Oct. 2026		7 AM onwardsRudrabhishekam
Sri Maha Rudra Homa
4:30 PM onwardsSri Sudarshan Homa,
Sri Vishnu Sahasranama Parayanam
Day 8
18 Oct. 2026		7 AM onwards

Rudrabhishekam,

Shat Chandi Homa

Day 9
19 Oct. 2026		7 AM onwards

Rudrabhishekam,

Rishi Homa

Day 10
20 Oct. 2026		7 AM onwards

Rudrabhishekam,

Vijayadashami Pooja

*Timings are subject to slight changes.

9 Goddesses of Navratri

Each of the 9 days of Navratri are dedicated to a different Goddess and each of these Goddesses honor a different aspect of the divine mother.

Shailaputri: Goddess of Strength and Commitment 

Goddess Shailaputri is worshipped on the first day of Navratri. The word 'Shaila' - means mountain and 'putri' means daughter. So the literal trans name means, daughter of the mountains. She is also known as Parvati. Praying to Goddess Shailaputri increases courage, commitment, and strength. When the mind is wavering, chanting the name of this Devi helps the mind be centered and committed.

 

Brahmacharini: Goddess of Spirituality and Meditation

The second day of Navratri is dedicated to Goddess Brahmacharini, who symbolizes devotion, spiritual strength, and inner wisdom. Her name signifies moving towards the infinite and recognizing our true nature beyond the body. She inspires discipline, self-awareness, and a deeper connection with the Self, guiding seekers on the path of meditation and spiritual growth.

 

 

Chandraghanta: Goddess of Mind Control and Alertness

Goddess Chandraghanta is named so for her bell-like ornament in the shape of the moon. The moon is connected to the mind and the Ghanta or the bell is an instrument connected with alertness. The ringing of the bell brings the mind to the present moment. Just as the moon waxes and wanes, the mind also wavers. Chanting the name of this Devi brings the mind in our control with alertness.

 

Kushmanda: Goddess of Creativity and Fertility

The word Kushmanda means pumpkin. A pumpkin has so many seeds and each seed contains the potential for so many more pumpkins. This is representative of the creative power and its eternal nature. The whole Creation is like a pumpkin. As Kushmanda, the Devi  contains the entire Creation within her. She is the Devi who can give you the highest “prana.”

 

 

Skandamata: Goddess of Knowledge and Compassion

Skandamata is named so because she is the mother of Lord Skanda. She is depicted as riding a lion with the baby Skanda on her lap. This signifies courage and compassion. Skanda is the skillful one. Often with skill arrogance comes. But here the skill is combined with a humility that nurtures innocence.

 

 

 

 

Katyayini: Warrior Goddess

Goddess Katyayini is known for a special reason: Young girls pray to her for a good husband. Marriage comes with a sense of security, commitment, togetherness, and belongingness. She signifies the finer qualities of being in a relationship. The ultimate relationship is the Union with the Self.

 

 

 

 

 

Kalaratri: Goddess of Destruction

Kalaratri is one of the most ferocious goddesses and is also known as the Goddess of Destruction. Her presence itself evokes fear and demons are known to flee just upon knowing of her arrival. This symbolizes the disappearance of negativity as soon as we invoke the name of this Goddess.

 

 

 

 

Mahagauri: Goddess of Beauty and Peace

Goddess Mahagauri is known for her milky-white complexion and great beauty. Her divine features bring a calming effect to the mind. By chanting the name and mantras of Mahagauri, the mind experiences peace and relaxation.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Siddhidhatri: Goddess of Skills and Wisdom

The word 'Siddhi' means understanding or knowledge while 'dhatri' means bestower. Goddess Siddhidatri is the one who bestows all kinds of Siddhis (knowledge) to her followers.She removes ignorance and provides knowledge for self-realization.