The auspicious festival of Chaitra Navratri is just a few days away. This year, Navratri will begin on March 30, 
2025. According to the Hindu calendar, Chaitra Navratri starts on the Pratipada Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Chaitra. This day also marks the beginning of the Indian New Year, making it a highly significant occasion in Hindu culture. During these nine days, devotees worship the nine forms of Goddess Durga and observe fasts to seek her divine blessings.
This Year, Navratri Will Be of Eight Days
This time, Chaitra Navratri will last for only eight days, as Ashtami and Navami Tithi fall on the same day. Additionally, due to the loss of Panchami Tithi, the festival will conclude in eight days. Devotees will wholeheartedly worship the nine forms of Goddess Durga during this period.
Goddess Durga’s Arrival and Departure:
This year, Goddess Durga will arrive on an elephant and depart on an elephant. According to religious beliefs, her arrival on an elephant signifies prosperity and abundance.
Auspicious Time for Kalash Sthapana (Ghatasthapana)
The first day of Navratri is dedicated to Kalash Sthapana, which is considered highly auspicious.
📅 Date: March 30, 2025 (Sunday)
⏰ Auspicious Timings:
- From early morning to midday: Till 2:25 PM
- Abhijit Muhurat (Midday): 11:24 AM to 12:36 PM
Performing Kalash Sthapana at the right time is believed to bring divine blessings and prosperity.
Ram Navami on April 6
This year, Chaitra Navami falls on April 6, 2025, marking the grand celebration of Lord Shri Ram’s birth anniversary. Devotees will gather in Hanuman temples and homes to offer prayers, chant bhajans, and seek Lord Rama’s blessings.
Benefits of Worshiping During Chaitra Navratri
Performing Navratri puja with devotion brings:
✔ Fulfillment of all desires and wishes.
✔ Happiness, prosperity, and peace in life.
✔ Mental and spiritual purification.
✔ Positive energy in the home and surroundings.
What to Do?
✅ Worship the different forms of Goddess Durga with proper rituals.
✅ Offer food and gifts to young girls (Kanya Pujan) as a mark of respect.
✅ Recite the Durga Saptashati during the Navratri period.
✅ Follow a pure vegetarian diet and maintain positive thoughts.
This Chaitra Navratri, immerse yourself in devotion and seek the divine blessings of Goddess Durga for a life filled with happiness and prosperity. Jai Mata Di! 🙏