Navratri Day 1 · Oct 11 · Pratipada
Navratri Day 1 Colour: Orange
Maa Shailaputri · Orange Kerala sarees & set mundu
Day 1 of Navratri 2026 falls on 11 October 2026 (Pratipada tithi) and is dedicated to Maa Shailaputri — the daughter of the mountains, representing strength, calm, and devotion.
Why orange? Warmth, high energy, vibrancy, and a joyful new beginning.
What to wear: Start Navratri in a cream kasavu set mundu with an orange kara border, or an orange kattikara set saree — warm, festive and easy to pair with traditional gold jewellery.
