This colorful image captures the celebratory spirit and calendar flavor of Navratri 2025.
Dates and Information for Navratri 2025
1. Chaitra Navratri (Spring Navratri)
- Beginning on Sunday, March 30, 2025 (Pratipada Tithi)
2. End: Dashami’s Parana on Monday, April 7, 2025
Key points:
- The first day of Kalash Sthapana Muhurat is from 6:13 AM to 10:22 AM, with an Abhijit slot from 12:01 PM to 12:50 PM.
2. Every day is devoted to a particular manifestation of Goddess Durga:
3. Shailputri (Orange) on March 30
4. Brahmacharini (White) on March 31
5. Kushmanda on April 1st (Red)
6. Skandamata (Dark Blue) on April 2
7. Katyayani (Yellow) on April 3
8. Kalaratri (Green) on April 4
9. Mahagauri (Grey) on April 5
10. Ram Navami (Purple) is on April 6.
11. Siddhidatri/Navratri Parana (Peacock Green) is on April 7.
12. Rituals include Ram Navami celebrations on the last day, Kanya Puja on Ashtami/Navami, daily pujas, fasting, and Ghatasthapana.
2. Autumn Navratri, or Sharad (Shardiya) Navratri
- Start date: Pratapa Tithi, Monday, September 22, 2025
2. Finish date: Wednesday, October 1, 2025
3. Dussehra (Vijayadashami): Thursday, October 2, 2025
Important Dates and Occurrences:
- Day 1 (September 22) Ghatasthapana Muhurats: 6:09–8:06 AM and 11:49 AM–12:38 PM
2. Ashtami Tithi: starts at 4:31 PM on September 29 and ends at 6:06 PM on September 30.
3. Mahagauri Puja Muhurat (Kanya Puja): 9:12 AM–1:40 PM
4. 30 September (6:06 PM) to 1 October (7:01 PM) is Navami Tithi.
5. Puja for Siddhidatri: 10:41 AM–12:10 PM
6. Vijay Muhurat’s Ayudha Puja: 2:09–2:57 PM
7. Havan for Navratri: 6:14 AM–6:07 PM.
8. October 2, Durga Visarjan, with a muhurat from 6:15 to 8:37 a.m.
9. Goddess Forms and Colors by Day:
10. Shailputri (White) on September 22
11. Brahmacharini (Red) on September 23
12. Chandraghanta (Royal Blue) on September 24
13. Kushmanda (Yellow) on September 25
14. Skandamata (Green) on September 26
15. September 27: Katyayani (Grey)
16. Kaalratri (Orange) is on September 28.
17. Mahagauri (Peacock Green) on September 29
18. September 30th is Siddhidatri (Pink).
What’s Your Plan?
- Do you want a downloadable version of a comprehensive daily color schedule?
2. Are you interested in learning more about Kanya Puja blessings, Garba/Dandiya schedules, or regional customs?
3. Do you need assistance planning cultural events around Navratri or determining temple hours?
Tell me how you want to celebrate, and I’d be happy to assist you with the planning!
From Tuesday, September 23, 2025, to Wednesday, October 1, 2025, Navratri 2025 will be observed. Goddess Durga and her nine divine manifestations, commonly referred to as Navadurga, are worshipped throughout this nine-day Hindu festival. Since “Navratri” literally translates to “nine nights,” believers maintain fasts, carry out rituals, chant devotional songs, and take part in cultural celebrations.
Religious Importance
The victory of good over evil is symbolized by Navratri. In Hindu mythology, it honors Goddess Durga’s triumph over the demon king Mahishasura, which stands for the annihilation of evil forces. A distinct manifestation of the Goddess, such as Shailaputri, Brahmacharini, Chandraghanta, Kushmanda, Skandamata, Katyayani, Kalaratri, Mahagauri, and Siddhidatri, is linked to each day of Navratri. Each form is worshipped by devotees through special rites, prayers, and sacrifices.
Customs and Behaviors
- Fasting: A lot of followers undertake rigorous fasts, which include eating just fruits and milk or sticking to a satvik diet that excludes grains, onions, and garlic.
2. Colors of Navratri: A particular color is linked to each day, signifying the attributes of the Goddess. Devotees frequently dress in that hue.
3. Garba & Dandiya Raas: Navratri is a lively cultural celebration in states like Gujarat and Maharashtra, when people perform traditional folk dances in the evenings.
4. Durga Puja: In West Bengal, the great celebrations of Durga Puja, which include the erecting of ornately painted pandals (temporary temples), coincide with Navratri.
Important Days
- Maha Saptami: regarded as the start of Durga Puja festivities (September 29, 2025).
2. One of the most significant days is Maha Ashtami (September 30, 2025), when young girls are worshipped as representations of the Goddess at Kanya Puja.
3. On October 1, 2025, Maha Navami falls, marking the end of Navratri and the celebration of Vijayadashami or Dussehra, which represents the triumph of Goddess Durga over Mahishasura and Lord Rama over Ravana.
Regional Differences
- North India: Ravana’s effigy is burned and Ramlila performances are performed.
2. Durga Puja involves elaborate pandals, idol immersions, and cultural events in West Bengal and East India.
3. South India: Families perform traditional dance and singing and set up Bommai Golu (doll exhibitions).
West India (Maharashtra, Gujarat): renowned for its vibrant costumes and exuberant performances during Garba and Dandiya nights.
Since Navratri 2025 falls during the month of Ashwin (September–October), Hindu communities all throughout India and the world are anticipated to celebrate it with tremendous fervor. It’s a time for community festivals, family get-togethers, and cultural expression in addition to devotion and prayer.
Do you like me to make a daily calendar for Navratri 2025 that includes the related Goddess, color, and customs?