Chaturshringi Temple

The temple follows a structured daily schedule of worship. Between 8:15 and 10:00 a.m., the deity receives abhishek (ritual bathing), pooja (worship), and vastra (dressing). The morning aarti—the ceremonial waving of lights before the deity—occurs at 10:00 a.m., followed by naivaidyam, the offering of food, between 11:00 and 11:30 a.m. The evening aarti takes place at 8:00 p.m.

Devotees may arrange specialized worship services through the temple trust, including abhishekam, vastrasah pooja, panchopchar pooja, rudra-abhishekam, and kumkum archana. Those wishing to commission particular rituals should contact the devasthan office directly for details and arrangements. The temple's schedule varies by day: it remains open from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday, but closes at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday and Friday. Visitors planning to attend the aartis or participate in morning rituals should note these variations.

Navratri and Other Festivals

Navratri, the nine-day festival honouring the goddess, is the most significant observance at Chaturshringi Temple. Held annually in September or October during the lunar month of Ashwin, the festival begins with Ghatsthapana, the ritual planting of seeds, and culminates on the tenth day with Vijayadashmi, also known as Dassara. This festival draws substantial numbers of devotees seeking the goddess's blessings.

The temple also marks other important dates in the Hindu calendar. Kartik Purnima, Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali, and Holi are observed as significant occasions at the temple, each drawing devotees during their respective seasons. These festivals provide regular opportunities throughout the year for worship and celebration at the shrine.

Visiting the Temple

The temple is located at coordinates 18.53898889, 73.82822222 on Senapati Bapat Road in Pune, Maharashtra. As a place of active worship, modest dress is appropriate—covering shoulders and knees is customary at Hindu temples. Visitors should remove shoes before entering the sanctum, as is standard practice in Hindu temples. The hillside location means that reaching the temple involves climbing steps; the trust is working on accessibility improvements including potential escalator installation to assist those with mobility challenges.

Visitors are welcome during the temple's open hours. Those attending for the first time may wish to arrive during the morning aarti at 10:00 a.m. or the evening aarti at 8:00 p.m. to experience the temple's central ritual practices. The temple office can provide information about specific worship services, donations, and other inquiries.