Ram Navami 2026 at Akkalkot Swami Samarth Maharaj Temple
Celebrate Shri Ram Janma at the sacred Akkalkot Swami Samarth Maharaj Temple. Devotees from across India visit Akkalkot on Ram Navami to seek the dual blessings of Lord Rama and Shree Swami Samarth Maharaj. Book your accommodation, cab, and food with Swamikshetr to make your pilgrimage stress-free.
Ram Navami 2026
Thursday, March 26, 2026
Chaitra Shukla Navami | Madhyahna Muhurat: 11:13 AM - 1:41 PM
Why Visit Akkalkot on Ram Navami?
Ram Navami marks the birth anniversary of Lord Shri Ram and is celebrated with immense devotion across India. At Akkalkot, the festival has special significance because Shree Swami Samarth Maharaj is considered an incarnation of Lord Datta and is closely associated with the Ramayana tradition.
On Ram Navami day, the Akkalkot Swami Samarth Maharaj Mandir conducts special abhishek, palki procession, kirtan, and mahaprasad distribution. Thousands of pilgrims arrive at the temple from early morning to participate in the celebrations.
Combining Ram Navami darshan with a visit to Akkalkot is considered especially auspicious -- the dual blessings of Lord Rama and Swami Samarth Maharaj on the same day are believed to fulfill devotees' wishes. Plan your visit early to secure comfortable accommodation near the temple.
Ram Navami Day Schedule at the Temple
Plan your darshan around these key timings
- 4:00 AMMandir opens, kakad aarti begins
- 5:30 AMSpecial Ram Navami abhishek
- 8:00 AMFirst darshan slot ends, prasad distribution
- 12:00 PMRam Janma celebration (Rama's birth time)
- 1:00 PMMahaprasad / annadaan begins
- 5:00 PMEvening aarti and bhajans
- 8:00 PMCultural program in mandir premises
- 11:00 PMMandir closes for the day
* Schedule is indicative and may change. Confirm with the mandir trust on the day of visit.
Plan Your Complete Ram Navami Visit
Everything you need in one place
Accommodation
AC and budget rooms within walking distance of the temple. Family rooms and dormitory options available.
Cab Service
Pickup from Solapur railway station, Pune airport, or local Akkalkot transport for darshan.
Pure Veg Food
Sattvic meals, Maharashtrian thali, Jain food, and prasad delivery to your accommodation.