Shardiya Navratri 2026: This time Maa Durga is coming riding on an elephant, a big indication of what is in store for the future.


In Hindu religion, the festival of Shardiya Navratri is considered very sacred and full of energy. During these nine days, nine different forms of Goddess Durga are worshiped with rituals and there is a festive atmosphere throughout the country. According to religious beliefs and Devi Purana, every year Maa Durga arrives on different vehicles, which has a deep impact on the country and the world for the times to come. Let us know in detail about the vehicle on which the Mother Goddess is arriving in Shardiya Navratri this year and what is its special significance.

Mata’s ride is decided according to the day and this time there is a special yoga.

In Devi Purana, there is a description of a very famous verse regarding the vehicle of arrival of Mother Durga, on the basis of which the day of arrival of Mother is decided every year. According to the shloka, on Sunday and Monday Mata comes riding on an elephant, while on Tuesday and Saturday her vehicle is a horse. Apart from this, on Wednesday Mata comes to earth on a boat and on Thursday and Friday on a palanquin. This year, Shardiya Navratri is starting on 11th October, Sunday, due to which the ride of Maa Durga has been decided as ‘elephant’ this time.

The arrival of Maa Durga on an elephant gives a big sign for the future.

In Devi Purana, the arrival of each vehicle of Mother Goddess has a different result and sign. The next part of the verse explains that “Gajesh Jalada Devi”, which means whenever Maa Durga comes riding on an elephant, it is considered to be an extremely auspicious sign for that year. Elephant is considered a symbol of happiness, prosperity, peace and good rains. From the astrological and religious point of view, the arrival of Mother Goddess on elephant this year is a clear indication of good rains in the country, bumper crop yield and bringing happiness and prosperity in the lives of the people.

What will be its impact on the country, the world and people’s lives?

In Sanatan culture, the ride of Maa Durga is considered a mirror of nature and society. While the arrival of certain vehicles such as horses or palanquins is considered to bring turmoil or distress, Mata’s ride on an elephant is said to be auspicious and auspicious for all. This time in Navratri, this elephant vehicle of Mata is bringing relief news for traders, farmers and common people. With this, there is every possibility that along with strengthening the economic condition of the country, the natural balance will also remain better.