March Durga Ashtami Today, March 7, 2025: Know Timings, Rituals, Significance and more

March Durga Ashtami Today, March 7, 2025: Know Timings, Rituals, Significance and more

Masik Durgashtami, or Monthly Durgashtami, is observed on the Ashtami Tithi of the Shukla Paksha each month. Devotees worship Goddess Durga and observe a fast to seek Her divine blessings for strength, protection, and prosperity. This Month it will be celebrated on Friday, March 7, 2025. 

March Durga Ashtami 2025 Date and Time 

Significance of Durgashtami

Durgashtami is an important day dedicated to Goddess Durga. It symbolizes the victory of good over evil and the divine feminine power. The most auspicious Durgashtami, known as Mahashtami, occurs during the nine-day Shardiya Navratri festival in the month of Ashwin.

Rituals of Masik Durgashtami

• Devotees wake up early, take a holy bath, and wear clean clothes.
• They offer flowers, fruits, and sweets to Goddess Durga at home or in temples.
• Reciting Durga Chalisa, Devi Stotra, or Durga Saptashati is considered highly auspicious.
• Fasting is observed throughout the day, with devotees consuming only satvik food.
• Charity and feeding the needy on this day are believed to bring blessings.

Masik Durgashtami is a sacred occasion that strengthens devotion and spiritual growth. By observing this vrat, devotees seek Goddess Durga’s blessings for protection and prosperity. May this Durgashtami bring peace and positivity to all!