The growth of barley during Navratri gives big signs of the future. Know the secret of the color and length of barley:

News India Live, Digital Desk: Chaitra Navratri is starting from 19 March 2026. Along with Ghatasthapana (installation of Kalash) on the first day of Navratri ‘Barley’ (Jau) There is a tradition of sowing. In Hindu religion, barley is considered the first crop of creation, which is also called ‘Jayanti’. It is believed that the way barley grows during the nine days of Navratri indicates our happiness, prosperity and health in the coming year.

‘Auspicious’ signs from the growth of barley

Grow fast: If the sown barley sprouts and starts growing rapidly within two-three days, then it is a symbol of happiness, prosperity and progress in the house.

Green and White Colour: If the color of barley is half yellow from below and half yellow from above Green If yes, then it means that half the time of the coming year will be full of struggle and half the time will be pleasant. At the same time, if barley is completely white or silvery If it grows shiny, it is considered very auspicious and indicates financial gain.

Growing straight and dense: If the barley grows straight and dense, it indicates unity in the family and success in work.

‘Inauspicious’ signs from the growth of barley

Barley not growing: If even after nine days the barley grows very little or does not grow at all, then it is considered a sign of some big obstacle in the future or of not getting results as per hard work.

Yellow and discolored color: If the color of barley is dark yellow or it starts withering as soon as it grows, it indicates illness or financial crisis in the family.

Growing crooked: If barley grows tangled together or crooked, it may indicate mental stress and domestic distress.

What to do if you get an inauspicious sign? (remedy)

If your barley has not grown well, there is no need to panic. For this you can take the following measures:

Forgiveness prayer: On the day of Navami, ask for forgiveness from Maa Durga for any unintentional mistake.

Charity: On the day of Dashami, feed food to poor children or Brahmins and donate as much as you can.

Offering prayers to God in front of fire: Perform havan in the name of Maa Durga and chant the mantra ‘Om Ain Hreem Kleem Chamundayai Vicche’.

Ghatasthapana 2026: Most auspicious time

Tomorrow 19th March is the best time for Ghatasthapana. 06:27 am to 10:20 am Till then. Moreover, in the afternoon 12:05 to 12:53 Kalash can be established even till (Abhijeet Muhurta).