Chaitra Navratri holds special significance in Hinduism. This nine-day festival is a unique confluence of power, devotion, and spiritual practice for devotees. During this time, the nine forms of Goddess Durga are worshipped, and devotees observe fasts to receive her blessings. This year, Chaitra Navratri will begin on March 30, 2025, and conclude on April 6, 2025. However, this Navratri is special because Goddess Durga is arriving on a particular mount, considered an auspicious sign.
When will Chaitra Navratri begin?
Chaitra Navratri will begin on Sunday, March 30, 2025, and conclude on Sunday, April 6, 2025. Notably, Ashtami and Navami fall on the same day this year, making it an eight-day Navratri.
On what vehicle will the Goddess arrive?
According to religious beliefs, Goddess Durga arrives on Earth each year on different vehicles, signifying future events. This year, the Goddess is arriving riding an elephant, considered extremely auspicious and prosperous.
Significance of Arrival on an Elephant
Sign of Prosperity and Peace – When Goddess Durga arrives riding an elephant, it is considered a sign of happiness and prosperity for the nation, society, and families.
Auspicious from a Religious Perspective – The elephant is considered a symbol of power, knowledge, and stability, indicating that positivity will prevail in the lives of devotees this year.
Chaitra Navratri 2025: Kalash Sthapana Muhurat
Navratri begins with Kalash Sthapana, considered highly auspicious. The impact is magnified if the Kalash is installed at the right Muhurat (auspicious time).
First Auspicious Muhurat for Kalash Sthapana – March 30, 2025, from 6:13 AM to 10:22 AM
Abhijit Muhurat – March 30, 2025, from 12:01 PM to 12:50 PM
How to Perform Kalash Sthapana?
After bathing, spread yellow or red cloth at a sacred place.
Place Ganges water, betel nut, a coin, and uncooked rice in an earthen pot.
Place a coconut on the pot and decorate it with mango leaves.
Navratri Puja Method and Benefits
During Navratri, various forms of Goddess Durga are worshipped. Each day holds different significance, and worshipping each form yields different fruits.
Fasting and worshipping during Navratri brings mental peace.
Goddess Durga's grace fulfills all desires.
Negative energy is dispelled, and positivity prevails.
