Shardiya Navratri 2025 holds immense importance in Hinduism. This sacred festival is dedicated to Goddess Durga is one of the most widely celebrated occasions across India. Out of the four Navratris observed every year, Chaitra and Shardiya Navratri are the most significant, while the other two are known as Gupta Navratri. Shardiya Navratri is celebrated with great devotion, especially in North and East India, including states like Bihar, Jharkhand, Assam and West Bengal. During these nine days, devotees worship the nine divine forms of Maa Durga with rituals, fasting and prayers.
Shardiya Navratri 2025 Date and Start Day
This year, Shardiya Navratri will begin on Monday, 22 September 2025, with Kalash Sthapana (Ghatasthapana) marking the start of the festival. The most important celebration, Durga Puja, will commence on 28 September 2025 (Mahashashthi) and continue for five days until Vijayadashami on 2 October 2025.
Shardiya Navratri 2025 Calendar
| Event | Date and Time |
| Pratipada (Shailputri Puja) | 22 September 2025 |
| Dwitiya (Brahmacharini Puja) | 23 September 2025 |
| Tritiya (Chandraghanta Puja) | 24 September 2025 |
| Chaturthi (Kushmanda Puja) | 26 September 2025 |
| Panchami (Skandamata Puja) | 27 September 2025 |
| Mahashashthi (Katyayani Puja) | 28 September 2025 |
| Mahasaptami (Kalaratri Puja) | 29 September 2025 |
| Maha Ashtami (Maha Gauri Puja) | 30 September 2025 |
| Mahanavami (Siddhidatri Puja) | 1 October 2025 |
| Vijayadashami (Durga Visarjan) | 2 October 2025 |
Kalash Sthapana is the most important ritual that marks the beginning of Navratri. In 2025, the Ghatasthapana Muhurat will be observed on 22 September 2025:
- Morning Muhurat: 06:09 AM to 08:06 AM
- Abhijeet Muhurat: 11:49 AM to 12:38 PM
Performing Kalash Sthapana during this auspicious time is believed to bring happiness, peace, and prosperity.
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Shardiya Navratri: Significance
Shardiya Navratri is not just about rituals; it symbolizes the victory of good over evil. Devotees fast, chant Durga Saptashati, and worship the nine forms of Goddess Durga from Shailputri to Siddhidatri. In West Bengal, the grand Durga Puja is celebrated with cultural events, processions, and devotional gatherings.
Maa Durga’s Arrival in 2025
According to traditions, the mode of Goddess Durga’s arrival each year holds deep meaning. In 2025, Maa Durga will arrive riding an elephant, which is considered a highly auspicious sign. An elephant symbolizes prosperity, growth, and abundance. Devotees believe that this will bring peace and blessings to homes and society.
Shardiya Navratri 2025 will begin on 22 September with Ghatasthapana and conclude on 2 October with Vijayadashami. This nine-day festival is not only a spiritual journey but also a cultural celebration across India. With Maa Durga’s arrival on an elephant this year, devotees look forward to prosperity, harmony, and divine blessings.
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