Navratri 2026: What Power Lives Inside the Kalash? (Ghatasthapana Secret)

When is Ghatasthapana in 2026, and why does Navratri begin with a simple clay pot, barley seeds and a kalash? 🙏 This video answers it through the story of Devi Mahatmya (Durga Saptashati) and traditional puja rules. Narrated in Hindi (हिन्दी), with English subtitles available. 📅 Ghatasthapana 2026: Sunday, 11 October 2026 (Ashwin Shukla Pratipada) 🕛 Abhijit Muhurat for Delhi: approx. 11:45 AM to 12:30 PM (per Panchang) ⚠️ Exact muhurat differs by city. Check your local Panchang or confirm with a qualified priest (acharya). ⏱ Chapters: 0:00 The mystery of the clay pot, barley and kalash 0:40 Devi Mahatmya: Mahishasura and the gods' plight 1:04 The manifestation of Devi 1:44 Devi's assurance and the origin of Navratri 2:00 How Ghatasthapana is performed 2:40 The symbolism of the kalash 3:20 Why barley (jau) is sown 3:52 When to do Ghatasthapana: 2026 muhurat 4:56 The answer: the true meaning of the ghat 📖 Sources: Devi Mahatmya (Durga Saptashati, Markandeya Purana), Devi Bhagavata Purana and traditional puja vidhi. 🙏 If you liked this video, please like, subscribe and share it with your family. 💬 What time will you do Ghatasthapana? Tell us your city and time in the comments. ℹ️ The visuals in this video were created with AI assistance. The story and information are based on scriptures and tradition. #Ghatasthapana #Navratri2026 #NavratriKalash