By Sushant Agarwal
Published on | Sep 19, 2025
Shardiya Navratri 2025 begins on Sept 22 and ends on Oct 2, extended by a day due to the shortened Pitru Paksha, making festivities longer.
Navratri spans nine nights of devotion, concluding with Maha Navami on October 1 and Vijayadashami on October 2, marked by Durga Visarjan and Parana.
Navratri honours Maa Durga in her nine divine forms, symbolising strength, protection, prosperity, and the victory of good over evil.
Check out the dates, the Goddess for each day, and the auspicious colours to follow during all nine days of the festival.
Ghatasthapana: Installation of the sacred Kalash on Pratipada. Daily Puja: Worship of Navadurgas with mantras and offerings.
Sandhi Puja: Special rituals on Ashtami. Ayudha Puja: Offering of tools and instruments on Maha Navami.
Devotees observe fasts, chant Durga Saptashati, offer fruits and sweets, and immerse themselves in devotion to Maa Durga.
Festivities include Garba and Dandiya nights, where communities come together to dance, sing, and celebrate the divine energy of Maa Durga.
Vijayadashami celebrates victory of good over evil with Durga Visarjan and Navratri Parana, concluding the festival joyfully and spiritually.
Navratri celebrates devotion, strength, and spiritual renewal, inspiring people to embrace positivity and divine blessings.