Durga Ashtami 2027 in Suva

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In short

Durga Ashtami 2027 falls on Friday, October 8, 2027 in Suva. It is Ashwin Shukla Paksha Ashtami in the Hindu lunar calendar. Sunrise is 5:44 AM and sunset 6:04 PM.

India: Oct 7, 2027

Also known as: Maha Ashtami · Durgashtami

Suva timings

Date
Friday, October 8, 2027
Friday
Lunar date
Ashwin Shukla Paksha Ashtami
Sunrise
5:44 AM
Sunset
6:04 PM
Moonrise
11:56 AM
Moonset
12:39 AM
Today’s Panchang in Suva

What is Durga Ashtami?

Durga Ashtami, the eighth night of Sharad Navratri, is the fiercest and most heavily observed of the nine — the night Durga is held to have met Mahishasura.

How it is observed

Sandhi Puja is offered at the junction of Ashtami and Navami. Many households perform Kanya Pujan, feeding and honouring nine young girls as the Goddess.

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Frequently asked questions

When is Durga Ashtami 2027 in Suva?

Durga Ashtami 2027 in Suva is on Friday, October 8, 2027. It falls on Ashwin Shukla Paksha Ashtami.

Is Durga Ashtami 2027 on the same day in Suva as in India?

No. Durga Ashtami is on Oct 8, 2027 in Suva but Oct 7, 2027 in India. The tithi begins at one moment worldwide, and that moment lands on a different local day in each place.

What else is Durga Ashtami called?

Durga Ashtami is also known as Maha Ashtami, Durgashtami. These are regional names and spellings for the same festival.