The Economic Times

Ram Navami 2026: March 26 or 27? Check the correct date, tithi, significance and food traditions

Ram Navami, celebrating Lord Rama's birth, falls on Thursday, March 26, 2026. The festival honors Goddess Siddhidatri. Devotees observe fasts with sattvic food like sabudana khichdi and kheer. Panakam, a jaggery drink, is the main prasad. Temples are decorated, and special prayers are held. Grand celebrations occur in Ayodhya, drawing many devotees.