Shardiya Navratri 2025 Date: When is Mahashtami & Mahanavami? Check the Correct Tithi Here

Shardiya Navratri 2025: It is one of the most auspicious festivals in Sanatan Dharma, dedicated to Goddess Durga and her nine divine forms. During this sacred period, devotees perform Durga Puja, observe fasting and offer prayers for prosperity and protection from negativity. The most important rituals include Kanya Pujan 2025, Durga Ashtami, and Mahanavami. According to the Hindu Panchang, Shardiya Navratri 2025 will begin on Monday, September 22 with Ghatasthapana.

Shardiya Navratri 2025 Dates and Timings 

The eighth day of Navratri, Durga Ashtami, is considered highly auspicious. This day is also significant for performing Kanya Pujan 2025, where young girls are worshipped as the embodiment of Goddess Durga.

Mahanavami, celebrated on the ninth day of Navratri, is dedicated to Goddess Siddhidatri. Devotees perform grand puja rituals, homa, and Kanya Pujan on this day.

Rituals of Kanya Pujan 2025

Kanya Pujan is performed either on Ashtami or Navami, where young girls are honored with prayers, food, and gifts. It is believed that this ritual completes the Navratri vrat and brings blessings of happiness, health, and success.

Important Do’s and Don’ts During Ashtami and Navami

• Keep the house and puja place clean.


• Avoid wearing black clothes during puja.


• Stay away from arguments and negative thoughts.


• Show respect to elders and women.


• Avoid consuming non-vegetarian or tamasic food.

Worshipping Goddess Durga during Shardiya Navratri is said to remove sorrows, destroy obstacles, and bring divine blessings. Observing fasts and performing puja with devotion during these nine days ensures peace, prosperity, and protection.