Shardiya Navratri 2025 Shardiya Navratri is one the divine and one of the important festivals for Hindus in India. The festival is dedicated to goddess Durga and is celebrated for 9 days. During these 9 days we offer prayers to 9 forms of Maa Durga (Bhagwati) and perform several rituals associated with the divine festival. Mata Bhagwati or Durga is the goddess of Shakti (Power).

As the sacred occasion approaches, people are keen to know about the festival’s important dates and key rituals and other important customs. Let’s explore further and know everything about the puja and its significance.

Shardiya Navratri 2025 Date

This year the sacred event commenced on 22nd September (Monday) and concluded with Vijayadashmi on 2nd October 2025 (Thursday). 

Why Do We Celebrate Navratri?

The festival has its own significance and is celebrated to honour Goddess Durga’s victory over the demon Mahishasura. The goddess fought with the Mahishasura for 9 nine days who gained the boon that no one can kill him. 

The 9 days of holy celebration is done every year to signify and remember the victory of food over evil. At the end, the tenth day is celebrated as Vijayadashami, or Dussehra. People offer prayers to 9 forms of Maa Durga, keep fast and visit temples everyday during this holy time. Fairs and gatherings happen across various temples in India.

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Daily Observances & Key Rituals

  • Day 1- 22 Sep (Pratipada) – Ghatasthapana (Kalash setup), worship of Shailaputri — the pure and strong form. Colour: white 
  • Day 2- 23 Sep (Dwitiya) – Worship Brahmacharini – symbol of devotion and penance. Colour: red.
  • Day- 3- 24 Sep (Tritiya) – Honour Chandraghanta, the warrior goddess. Colour: royal blue.
  • Day 4- 25 Sep (Chaturthi) – Will be worshipped as  Vinayak Chaturthi.
  • Day 5- 26 Sept- Worship Kushmanda, the cosmic creator. Colour: yellow.
  • Day 6- 27 Sep (Panchami) – Seek blessings from Skandamata, the caring mother. Colour: green.
  • Day 7- 28 Sep (Shashti) – Invoke Katyayani, remover of obstacles. Colour: grey.
  • Day 8- 29 Sep (Saptami) – Offer prayers to Kaalratri for protection. Colour: orange.
  • Day 9- 30 Sep (Ashtami) – A powerful day with Durga Ashtami / Kanya Puja, worshipping young girls as avatars of the goddess. Ideal to honour purity and divine energy. The ashtami  is dedicated to Mata Mahagauri and people worship this divine form of Maa Durga.         
  • 1 Oct (Maha Navami) – Continue pujas; evening rituals lead into Vijayadashami.
  • 2 Oct (Vijayadashami) – Idol immersion or burning of Ravana effigies to mark final victory.

Celebratory Highlights by Region

  • North India: Ramleela performances and Dussehra effigy burnings 
  • Western India (Gujarat/Maharashtra): Garba and Dandiya dances through nine nights 
  • East/Northeast (e.g. West Bengal): Grand Durga Puja pandals and idol immersions 

How to Celebrate and Worship?

  • Ghatasthapana: Clean your home, set up a Kalash decorated with mango leaves and coconut, and light a diya.
  • Daily Puja: Offer flowers, fruits, sweets, chant Durga mantras or recite the Devi Mahatmya.
  • Fast: Many observe dietary fasts avoiding grains, onions, garlic; others practice Phalahar (fruit-only).
  • Kanya Puja: On Ashtami or Navami, invite young girls (ages 5–9) and treat them as manifestations of the goddess.
  • Cultural celebrations: Join local dance nights, bhajan sessions, or community pujas.

Why It Matters

Navratri is more than a festival—it’s a time for spiritual focus, community bonding, and celebrating inner power. Whether through fasting, dancing, prayer, or rituals, it offers a chance to reconnect with culture, tradition, and personal wellbeing.

Quick Navratri 2025 at a Glance

  • Dates: 22 Sept – 30 Sept 2025; Dussehra: 2 Oct
  • Duration: 9 nights + Vijayadashami
  • Highlights: 9 days of worship, Kanya Puja, fasting, cultural festivities
  • Colours, deities, region-specific celebrations: Garba, Ramleela, pandals
Wishing you a joyous, blessed Navratri filled with devotion, dance, and divine inspiration!

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