Navratri 2025 with Dates: 9 Day Calendar, Significance and Regional Practices in India

Chaitra Navratri is going to begin from Mar 30, 2025. It is a 9 Day Festival which is celebrated across India through various traditions. 

Date and Duration: Chaitra Navratri in 2025 will begin on March 30 and conclude on April 7.

Mainly, there are four types of Navratri, out of which, Sharad Navratri is the most celebrated and commonly known Navratri and it falls in autumn. Throughout the Chaitra Navratri Festival, Goddess Durga and her nine different forms in different parts of life are worshipped by the people.

Who is Maa Mahagauri?

Maa Mahagauri is the eighth manifestation of Goddess Durga, worshipped on the eighth day of Navratri, known as Maha Ashtami or Durga Ashtami. Her name, derived from Sanskrit, means "extremely fair" or "pure," symbolizing her radiant and pure complexion. She is an incarnation of Goddess Parvati and represents purity, serenity, and grace

8th Day of Navratri 2025: Wednesday, April 6, 2025

On the eighth day of Navratri 2025, which falls on Wednesday, April 6, the color associated with the celebration is  Purple. This vibrant color symbolizes purity and compassion.

Chaitra Navratri 2025: 9-Day Calendar

Here is a breakdown of the nine days of Chaitra Navratri 2025:

Significance

Chaitra Navratri symbolizes the victory of good over evil through the story of Goddess Durga's battle against Mahishasura. The story behind this festival is about the battle between Goddess Durga and the Demon Mahishasura. When gods were unable to defeat him, due to the boon given by Lord Brahma, they asked Goddess Durga for help. She mounted a lion and had a powerful battle that went on for 9 days and nights after which, she finally got victory over Mahishasura. 

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Regional Practices in India

1. Gujarat: It is known for vibrant Garba dances and fasting rituals. People worship a clay pot called garbo, representing the womb and source of life.
2. West Bengal and Eastern States: In these states, Navratri is celebrated as Durga Puja, with pandals and cultural festivities.
3. Karnataka: Here, it is celebrated as Dasara, with processions and worship of Goddess Chamundeshwari.
4. Andhra Pradesh:  Bathukamma Panduga, where women worship Mother Gauri with flower stacks.
5. Bihar and Jharkhand: IT includes a large Rama Navami fair and worship of Durga alongside other deities.