What is the colour of Navratri Day 8 and what does it signify?

Purple is the colour associated with the eighth day of Sharad Navratri in 2026. It symbolises inner strength, nobility, grandeur, and elegance and is believed to bring positive change, peace, spiritual awareness, clarity of mind and renewed purpose. On this day, devotees worship Maa Mahagauri and offer prayers, flowers, fruits, sweets and coconut.