When is Goga Navami?
Goga Navami in 2027 falls on August 26, 2027, Thursday. It is observed from the morning on the Navami tithi of the Krishna paksha of Bhadrapad month.
Goga Navami: date and time
| Year | Date | Tithi (Krishna Navami) | Puja time (New Delhi) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | August 26, 2027, Thursday | 7:20 pm, August 25 to 5:40 pm, August 26 | Sunrise: 5:55 am |
Puja of the folk deity Gogaji (Jaharveer Goga), believed to protect from snakes. The festival is kept on the day this tithi prevails at sunrise.
Significance of Goga Navami
Where it is celebrated: Rajasthan, Haryana, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh and western Uttar Pradesh
Goga Navami is celebrated in memory of the folk deity Gogaji (Jaharveer Goga, Guga Pir). Folk belief holds that worshipping Gogaji protects from the fear of snakes and from poison.
A big fair is held at this time at Gogamedi in Hanumangarh district of Rajasthan. In many places the festival runs from Goga Panchami to Navami.
Goga Navami puja vidhi
- After the morning bath, install Gogaji at home in clay or as a picture.
- Do the puja with roli, rice, flowers and a diya.
- Offer kheer, churma or gulgule as bhog.
- Listen to the katha of Gogaji and bow to Nag Devta too.
- There is also a tradition of tying a rakhi-like thread for the protection of children.
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Frequently asked questions
When is Goga Navami 2027?
Goga Navami in 2027 falls on August 26, 2027, Thursday. It is observed from the morning on the Navami tithi of the Krishna paksha of Bhadrapad month.
On which tithi is Goga Navami celebrated?
Bhadrapad month, Krishna paksha, Navami. The festival is kept on the day this tithi prevails at sunrise.
What is the significance of Goga Navami?
Puja of the folk deity Gogaji (Jaharveer Goga), believed to protect from snakes.
Why is Goga Navami celebrated?
To worship the folk deity Gogaji. It is believed his puja protects the family, especially children, from snakes and troubles.
Goga Navami kab hai?
Goga Navami Bhadrapad Krishna Navami ko, Janmashtami ke agle din manayi jati hai. Upar table mein is saal ki sahi date di gayi hai.
Goga Navami 2027 date?
Goga Navami 2027: Thursday, August 26, 2027.