Ram Navami 2024: Know timing, significance, rituals, puja requirements for Ram Navami; get all details here

Ram Navami 2024: In the Hindu religion, the worship of Lord Shri Ram holds profound significance, particularly on the auspicious day of Ram Navami. Celebrated annually on the ninth day of Shukla Paksha in the Chaitra month, Ram Navami marks the birth anniversary of Lord Shri Ram, the epitome of righteousness. This year, Ram Navami falls on the April 17, 2024, Wednesday, coinciding with the culmination of Chaitra Navratri. It is a day dedicated to worshipping Mother Siddhidatri, Lord Rama, Mother Sita, Laxmanji, and Hanumanji, believed to bring solace and dispel life's troubles.

First Ram Navami after Ram Temple inauguration in Ayodhya

The upcoming Ram Navami, falling on the ninth day of the Chaitra month, is anticipated to witness a multitude of devotees flocking to Ayodhya, the birthplace of Lord Rama, to seek blessings and pay homage to Ramlala, as it is the first Ram Navami after the inauguration of Ayodhya's Ram Mandir on January 23, 2024. Amidst vibrant festivities, devout followers will engage in rituals, prayers, and spiritual gatherings to commemorate the divine incarnation of Lord Rama.

Chaitra Ram Navami date and timeAccording to Drik Panchang, the Navami Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the Chaitra month commences at 1:23 pm on the April 16, 2024, and concludes at 3:15 pm on the April 17. Consequently, Ram Navami will be observed on April 17, aligning with Udaya Tithi. The auspicious time for worship on this day is from 11:03 am to 1:36 pm, with Lord Shri Ram's birth occurring at 12:21 pm.

• Vijay Muhurta: 02:34 PM to 03:24 PM.
• Twilight Time: 06:47 PM to 07:09 PM.

Puja materials for Ram Navami

Preparations for Ram Navami puja include gathering essential items such as Ram Darbar, Roli, Mauli, Akshat, sandalwood, fruits, flowers, Tulsi dal, camphor, betel leaves, cloves, cardamom, gulal, abeer, flag, saffron, panchmeva, turmeric, perfume, milk, sugar, Ganga water, curd, honey, ghee, sweets, yellow clothes, incense, Ramayana book, havan material, cow's ghee, sesame seeds, coconut shell, sandalwood, neem wood, mango, along with leaves, Ashwagandha, Bel Gular bark, and rice.

Rituals of Ram Navami Worship

• Preparation: Wake up early, take a bath, and don clean attire.
• Temple arrangement: Cleanse the home temple and arrange the puja materials.
• Idol installation: Place the idol or image of Ram Darbar on a platform covered with a red or yellow cloth.
• Anointing ceremony: Anoint Lord Shri Ram with Panchamrit, saffron, milk, and Ganga water.
• Offerings: Offer fruits, flowers, roli, mauli, perfume, and incense sticks to all deities.
• Recitation: Recite Ramcharitmanas, Ramayana, and Ramrakshastrota.
• Prasad preparation: Prepare Prasad with basil leaves, Panchamrit, Coriander Panjiri, and sweets.
• Aarti: Conclude with an aarti ceremony for all gods and goddesses.
• Prasad Distribution: Distribute Prasad among all attendees.

Ram Navami requirements 2024 and significance

The commemoration of Lord Shri Ram's birth anniversary holds profound significance in Hindu mythology, symbolising the triumph of righteousness over evil. According to tradition, Lord Rama's birth during the midday hours amplifies the auspiciousness of performing puja rituals during this time. Devotees believe that worshiping Lord Shri Ram and Mother Sita on this sacred day bring forth blessings, alleviating one from worldly pains and sufferings.

As the auspicious occasion of Ram Navami approaches, devotees fervently prepare to immerse themselves in divine festivities, seeking blessings and spiritual enlightenment in the revered presence of Lord Rama.