Answer

In Jain Dharma, there is no universal scriptural rule specifically saying that hair must not be cut during Navratri.

However, if a family, community, or individual has taken a vow or follows a traditional practice of avoiding hair cutting during Navratri, then it should be respected.

Explanation

Navratri is primarily a Hindu festival, but many Jains also observe spiritual discipline during this period, such as:

• Fasting or dietary restraint
• Avoiding unnecessary indulgence
• Doing more prayer, samayik, pratikraman, or swadhyay
• Maintaining simplicity in daily life

From a Jain perspective, the main focus is not the calendar rule itself, but the inner discipline of reducing attachment, carelessness, and unnecessary worldly activity.

Cutting hair is generally a household/social practice, not a core Jain religious prohibition for Navratri.

Spiritual Understanding

If avoiding hair cutting helps you maintain simplicity, restraint, and devotion during Navratri, then it can be followed as a personal discipline.

But it should not be treated as a compulsory Jain rule unless it is part of your family tradition, community custom, or personal vow.

Takeaway

According to Jain Dharma, hair cutting during Navratri is not universally prohibited. If you have taken a vow or your family follows this practice, observe it respectfully; otherwise, the greater focus should be on purity of conduct, restraint, and spiritual awareness.