Shardiya Navratri, the most celebrated Navratri in India, is dedicated to worshipping Goddess Durga and her nine divine forms. This autumn festival marks the victory of good over evil, with the festivities culminating in Vijayadashami or Dussehra. In 2025, Shardiya Navratri begins on September 22 and concludes on October 2.
This blog delves into the 2025 Shardiya Navratri Calendar, the significance of each day, associated rituals, and tips to celebrate this spiritual event.
What is Shardiya Navratri?
Shardiya Navratri, observed during the lunar month of Ashwin (September-October), is a nine-night festival honoring the divine feminine energy, or Shakti. It is the most prominent among the four seasonal Navratris and symbolizes the triumph of Goddess Durga over Mahishasura.
2025 Shardiya Navratri Calendar
| Event Day | Event Date | Event Week | Event Tithi | Event Name | Event Day Color |
| Navratri Day 1 | 22nd September 2025 | Monday / सोमवार | Pratipada | Ghatasthapana, Shailputri Puja | Navratri color of the day - White |
| Navratri Day 2 | 23rd September 2025 | Tuesday / मंगलवार | Dwitiya | Chandra Darshana, Brahmacharini Puja | Navratri color of the day - Red |
| Navratri Day 3 | 24th September 2025 | Wednesday / बुधवार | Tritiya | Sindoor Tritiya, Chandraghanta Puja | Navratri color of the day - Royal Blue |
| Navratri Day 4 | 25th September 2025 | Thursday / गुरुवार | Tritiya | Vinayaka Chaturthi, | Navratri color of the day - Yellow |
| Navratri Day 5 | 26th September 2025 | Friday / शुक्रवार | Chaturthi | Kushmanda Puja, Upang Lalita Vrat | Navratri color of the day - Green |
| Navratri Day 6 | 27th September 2025 | Saturday / शनिवार | Panchami | Skandamata Puja, | Navratri color of the day - Grey |
| Navratri Day 7 | 28th September 2025 | Sunday / रविवार | Shashthi | Katyayani Puja, | Navratri color of the day - Orange |
| Navratri Day 8 | 29th September 2025 | Monday / सोमवार | Saptami | Saraswati Avahan, Kalaratri Puja | Navratri color of the day - Peacock Green |
| Navratri Day 9 | 30th September 2025 | Tuesday / मंगलवार | Ashtami | Saraswati Puja, Durga Ashtami, Mahagauri Puja | Navratri color of the day - Pink |
| Navratri Day 10 | 1st October 2025 | Wednesday / बुधवार | Navami | Maha Navami, Ayudha Puja, Navami Homa | |
| Navratri Day 11 | 2nd October 2025 | Thursday / गुरुवार | Dashami | Navratri Parana, Durga Visarjan, Vijayadashami |
Rituals and Traditions During Shardiya Navratri
Kalash Sthapana:
On the first day, devotees install a sacred pot symbolizing Goddess Durga and begin the festival with rituals.
Daily Puja and Offerings:
Each day is dedicated to a specific avatar of Durga, and devotees offer flowers, fruits, and dishes like halwa, puri, and chana.
Fasting:
Many people fast for nine days, consuming fruits, milk, and special foods made with singhara atta (water chestnut flour) or kuttu atta (buckwheat flour).
Kanya Puja:
On Ashtami or Navami, young girls are worshipped as incarnations of the Goddess, and they are offered food, clothes, and gifts.
Dandiya and Garba:
In regions like Gujarat and Rajasthan, evenings are vibrant with traditional dances like Garba and Dandiya Raas.
Sandhi Puja:
Performed at the juncture of Ashtami and Navami, this is a powerful ritual invoking Goddess Durga’s fierce form to defeat negativity.
Conclusion
Shardiya Navratri 2025 is a perfect blend of devotion, culture, and celebration. It is a time to rejuvenate spiritually, strengthen community bonds, and immerse in the vibrant traditions of India.
Mark your calendar for September 22 – October 2, 2025, and celebrate the divine feminine energy with utmost devotion and joy!