Navratri Day 4, 2025 – Maa Kushmanda Puja, Colour & Rituals

Like every year, this Navratri 2025 is going to be celebrated with joy, spirituality and devotion. Let’s explore Navratri day 4, talking about who we worship, the special colour, and what rituals are done.

When Is Navratri Day 4?

For Shardiya Navratri 2025,

Navratri day 1 starts on 22 September 2025,
Navratri day 2 is 23 September,
Navratri day 3 is 24 September,
So, Navratri day 4 falls on 25 September 2025.

Who Is the Goddess on Day 4?

On Navratri day 4, we worship Maa Kushmanda—the fourth form of Goddess Durga. Her name means “a little cosmic egg.” Legend says she created the universe with her smile when everything was dark. She rides a tiger and has eight arms with flowers, weapons, and energy.

The goddess name Kushmanda derives from Sanskrit word- Ku (little), Ushma (warmth or energy) and anda (cosmic egg). As per the hindu mythology, she brought light and energy to the cosmos and emerge with radiant smile. Mata Kushmanda symbolizes- energy, health, vitality, strength and fearlessness.

Also check out our thoughts on Navratri Day 3, 2025 — Maa Chandraghanta: Significance, Rituals, Colour & Dates

What Does This Day Mean?

Navratri day 4 is about creation, energy, and hope. By praying to Maa Kushmanda, people ask for light in their lives, health, happiness, and the energy to grow. She is also linked with the Sun’s power and gives the strength to burn away problems.

Navratri Day 4 Colour

The Navratri day 4 is associated with orange and red color. As per the belief, the red is Mata Kushmanda’s favourite color. Devotees wear red or orange dress on the day 4 of Navratri. As part of the worship, devotees offer red flowers, kumkum, and a red chunni to the Goddess on the specific day. She is also offered fresh fruits, malpuwa, and other sweets during the prayer.

Simple Puja Steps for Navratri Day 4

Puja Steps for Mata Kushmanda - Navratri Day 4

Clean your prayer area in the morning and wear yellow or red clothes if you can.
Place an image or idol of Maa Kushmanda on a clean stand and decorate with yellow, red flowers.
Light a lamp (diya) containing ghee and incense to bring a calm, spiritual vibe.
Chant the mantra: ॐ देवी कुश्माण्डायै नमः (Om Devi Kushmandayai Namah) 11, 21, 51 or 108 times depending on you.
Offerings: Give fruits, sweets, yellow/red flowers, and water as bhog.
Close with aarti (ghee aarti, if possible) and share the prasad with family.
You can also add small steps like talking to your family about the day’s meaning — that makes it more meaningful!

Quick Facts Table

Detail	Information
Day	Navratri day 4
Date (2025)	25 September 2025
Goddess	Maa Kushmanda
Symbolizes	Creation, energy, brightness
Colour	Red, Orange

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Conclusion

Navratri day 4 is a beautiful reminder that even when things seem dark, a smile—like that of Maa Kushmanda—can bring light and life. By worshipping the goddess with devotion, we invite energy, hope, and positivity into our lives.

3What are the special offerings for Maa Kushmanda on the fourth day of Navratri?

On Navratri Day 4, devotees usually offer malpua, halwa, or fresh fruits to Maa Kushmanda. Many also light an oil lamp with ghee, as it is believed to bring health, vitality, and positivity. The offering should be done with devotion, as Maa Kushmanda is known as the source of universal energy.