Navratri 2025: Dates, Ghatasthapana Muhurat, Rituals, Significance & Celebrations

Navratri 2025 is around the corner, bringing with it nine divine nights of devotion, fasting, and festivity. This year, Shardiya Navratri begins on September 22 with Ghatasthapana and concludes on October 2 with Vijayadashami. The festival is dedicated to Goddess Durga and her nine powerful forms, each symbolizing feminine strength, protection, and prosperity.

From sacred rituals and fasting to colourful Garba nights, Dandiya Raas, and grand Durga pandals, Navratri is celebrated with unmatched zeal across India.

Ghatasthapana 2025: Auspicious Timings

Navratri starts with Ghatasthapana, the ritual of invoking Goddess Durga.

Shubh Muhurat: 6:27 AM to 8:16 AM (Sept 22)

Abhijit Muhurat: 12:07 PM to 12:55 PM (Sept 22)

Pratipada Tithi: Begins at 1:23 AM (Sept 22) and ends at 2:55 AM (Sept 23)

Navratri 2025 Day-Wise Puja Calendar

Sept 22 (Mon): Ghatasthapana & Maa Shailputri Puja

Sept 23 (Tue): Maa Brahmacharini Puja

Sept 24 (Wed): Maa Chandraghanta Puja

Sept 25 (Thu): Vinayaka Chaturthi

Sept 26 (Fri): Maa Kushmanda Puja

Sept 27 (Sat): Maa Skandamata Puja

Sept 28 (Sun): Maa Katyayani Puja

Sept 29 (Mon): Saraswati Avahan & Maa Kaalratri Puja

Sept 30 (Tue): Saraswati Puja, Durga Ashtami & Maa Mahagauri Puja

Oct 1 (Wed): Maha Navami

Oct 2 (Thu): Vijayadashami & Navratri Paran

Significance of Navratri

Navratri celebrates the victory of Goddess Durga over Mahishasura, symbolizing the eternal triumph of good over evil. Each day honors a different form of the Goddess—Shailputri, Brahmacharini, Chandraghanta, Kushmanda, Skandamata, Katyayani, Kaalratri, Mahagauri, and Siddhidatri—reflecting divine energy, courage, and wisdom.

Rituals and Traditions

Fasting & Prayers: Devotees observe fasts, recite Durga Saptashati and Durga Chalisa.

Kanya Pujan: Worshipping young girls as embodiments of Goddess Durga.

Ayudha Puja: On Maha Navami, tools, vehicles, and instruments are worshipped as a mark of gratitude.

Lesser-Known Facts About Navratri

Power of Sankalp: A vow before fasting enhances devotion and discipline.

Navratri Colours: Each day is associated with a unique colour symbolizing divine energy.

Harvest Connection: Navratri also marks the post-monsoon harvest season.

Ayudha Puja: From ploughs to laptops—everything that supports livelihood is worshipped.

Celebrations Across India

In Gujarat and Mumbai, Navratri evenings shine with Garba and Dandiya Raas, where devotees dance in colourful attire. Across India, Durga pandals are set up with grandeur, attracting thousands of devotees who come to seek blessings and celebrate the divine spirit of Goddess Durga.

Navratri 2025 Wishes

“Wishing you nine nights of devotion, courage, and joy. May Maa Durga bless you with strength and happiness.”

“May this Navratri bring positivity, harmony, and divine grace into your life. Jai Mata Di!”

“Celebrate with faith, fasting, and festivity—embracing the colours of devotion and dance. Happy Navratri 2025!”