Amrutkaal अमृतकाल
Hindu Festival

Ram Navami

रामनवमी
Next · 15 April 2027 · Navami of Shukla paksha, Chaitra
313
days until Ram Navami

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Full panchang, Rahu Kaal, and muhurat windows will be available closer to 15 April 2027.

We compute auspicious time windows with Swiss Ephemeris when the festival falls within our 38-day panchang window.

Significance

Ram Navami celebrates the birth of Lord Rama, the seventh avatar of Vishnu and the prince of Ayodhya whose story the Ramayana tells. Born at noon on this day, Rama is the embodiment of dharma — duty, righteousness, and steadfast virtue. Temples mark the day with readings of the Ramayana, particularly Tulsidas's Ramcharitmanas, processions of Rama's idol, and the offering of panakam — a jaggery and ginger drink.

Rituals & Traditions

Upcoming dates

Observed by: Hindus

Frequently asked questions

When is Ram Navami?

Ram Navami is next observed on 15 April 2027. The festival follows navami of shukla paksha, chaitra.

What is Ram Navami?

Ram Navami celebrates the birth of Lord Rama, the seventh avatar of Vishnu and the prince of Ayodhya whose story the Ramayana tells. Born at noon on this day, Rama is the embodiment of dharma — duty, righteousness, and steadfast virtue. Temples mark the day with readings of the Ramayana, particularly Tulsidas's Ramcharitmanas, processions of Rama's idol, and

How is Ram Navami celebrated?

Reading of the Ramayana — especially Bala Kanda (childhood); Noon aarti at the moment of Rama's birth; Procession of Rama, Sita, Lakshmana, Hanuman idols; Offering of panakam, kosambari, neer mor (especially in South India); Pilgrimage to Ayodhya for the devout.

Who observes Ram Navami?

Ram Navami is observed by Hindus.