Many people have a particular place in their hearts for Sharad Navratri, a major event. With streets decked out in festive decorations, Temples teeming with prayer, and Durga pandals welcoming lakhs of devotees, it honours the 9 forms of goddess Durga. Signifies the victory of good over evil and goes beyond simple rejoicing.
Mythological Importance
- Mahishasura and Durga: During the nine nights of Navratri, goddess Durga battled Mahishasura. She ultimately defeated him on the 10th day.
- Ravana and lord Rama: It is also associated with lord Rama’s adoration of Maa Durga prior to his conflict with Ravana. It represents the triumph of righteousness.
- Uma’s Return: Durga Puja, which falls on Navratri in eastern India, is thought to commemorate Maa Durga’s return to her mother’s house.
Navratri 2025 dates and significance
The dates of Navratri 2025 are from September 22 to October 1, 2025. The Dussehra festival, which begins on Wednesday, takes place on Thursday, October 2nd. The dates and Tithis for Navratri 2025 are as follows:
- Monday, September 22nd: Devi Shailputri Pooja and Ghatasthapana celebrated on Pratipada Tithi.
- Tuesday, September 23rd: Devi Brahmacharini Puja celebrated on Dwitiya Tithi.
- Wednesday, September 24th: Devi Chandraghanta Puja on tritiya Tithi
- Thursday, September 25th: Devi Kushmanda Pooja on Chaturthi Tithi.
- Friday and Saturday, September 26th and 27th: Devi SkandaMata worshipped on Panchami Tithi.
- Saturday, September 27th: Devi Katyayani pooja done on Maha Shashti tithi.
- Sunday, September 28th: Devi Kaalratri pooja held on Maha Saptami Tithi.
- Monday, September 29th: Devi Mahagauri worshiped on Maha Ashtami Tithi.
- Tuesday, September 30th, Devi Siddhidatri pooja held on Maha Navami Tithi.
- Wednesday and Thursday, October 1st & 2nd: Celebration of Dasami and Dussehra.
Goddess Durga in her 9 forms
Every day, a different form of Navdurga with distinct values is honoured:
- Maa Shailputri: The goddess of stability and power.
- Maa Brahmacharini: A Representation of penance and devotion.
- Maa Chandraghanta: A symbol of courage and harmony.
- Maa Kushmanda: The originator of cosmic energy.
- Maa SkandaMata: A productive and loving motherhood.
- Maa Katyayani: The fears remover of evil.
- Maa Mahagauri: The goddess of forgiveness and purity.
- Maa Siddhidatri: The source of sidhis and spiritual abilities.
The conclusion
India celebrates Navratri in a variety of ways, each with its own customs. The devotion to goddess Durga’s nine avatars and the victory of good over evil are universal themes. This year is special because of a tithi extension. It will last 11 days instead of 9. To receive the goddess’s graces, celebrate this holiday with the utmost fervour.
Be First to Comment