Chaitra Navratri 2025, the auspicious festival of worshipping Goddess Durga, will commence on March 30th and conclude on April 6th. The final days of Navratri hold special religious significance, particularly the Havan (fire ritual) and Kanya Pujan (worship of young girls). It is believed that the fast observed for nine days is considered incomplete without the Havan ceremony.
When to Perform the Havan – Ashtami or Navami?
During Chaitra Navratri, the Havan can be performed on either Ashtami (April 5th) or Navami (April 6th). If you wish to break your fast on Ashtami, perform the Havan on that day. Devotees who conclude their fast on Navami can perform the Havan on that day. According to religious beliefs, the Navratri fast is not considered complete without the Havan and Kanya Pujan.
Auspicious Muhurat for Havan
Ashtami Havan Muhurat: April 5th – 11:59 AM to 12:49 PM
Navami Havan Muhurat: April 6th – 11:58 AM to 12:49 PM
Significantly, Navami will witness a rare confluence of Ravi Yoga, Ravi Pushya Yoga, and Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga. Performing the Havan during these auspicious yogas multiplies the merits manifold.
Procedure and Rules for Havan
Place the Havan Kund (fire pit) in a clean area facing east.
Use ghee (clarified butter), sesame seeds, barley, guggul (resin), and loban (incense) as offerings.
Chant mantras dedicated to Goddess Durga during the Havan.
Perform the aarti (prayer ritual) after the Havan and offer food to young girls, giving them Dakshina (monetary offering).
The participation of all family members in the Havan is considered highly beneficial.
Mantras to be Recited During Havan
ऊं स्वस्ति न इन्द्रश्चाग्निश्च स्वस्ति नः पथ्यावतीः।।
स्वस्ति नो वृषपर्वा विश्वेदेवा स्वस्तये।।
ऊं ऐं ह्रीं क्लीं चामुण्डायै विच्चे।।
ऊं दुं दुर्गायै नमः।।
Religious Significance of Havan
* Havan purifies the atmosphere of the home.
* The offerings used in the Havan transmit positive energy.
* Havan attracts the special grace of Goddess Durga and ensures peace and happiness at home.
* It serves as a means of spiritual and mental purification.
If you wish to receive the complete blessings of Goddess Durga during Chaitra Navratri 2025, perform the Havan on Ashtami or Navami according to the auspicious time. Also, perform Kanya Pujan and break your fast. These sacred acts not only provide spiritual strength but also bring happiness, prosperity, and positive energy to the home.
