Archive · 16 Sep 2025
Shardiya Navratri 2025: Dates, Colors, and Significance
Navratri is a Hindu festival, starting on September 22, 2025, that lasts for ten days, celebrating Goddess Durga.
Each day of Navratri has a specific color associated with a different form of Goddess Durga, for example, White on day one and Pink on the final day.
The festival culminates in Vijayadashami on October 2, 2025.
This year, because Navratri begins on a Monday, the Goddess is believed to arrive on an elephant, signaling prosperity.
Sharad Navratri begins on September 22, 2025, lasting for ten days.
The festival honors Goddess Durga with specific colors for each day.
The Goddess is believed to arrive on an elephant due to Navratri starting on Monday.
Vijayadashami, the festival's culmination, falls on October 2, 2025.
Each color represents a different avatar of Goddess Durga and carries a unique significance.
- Who
- Devotees of Goddess Durga
- What
- Sharad Navratri celebrations
- When
- September 22 to October 1, 2025
- Where
- India
- Why
- To honor Goddess Durga
- Festival
- Shardiya Navratri
- Start Date
- September 22, 2025
- Duration
- 10 days
- Culmination
- Vijayadashami on October 2, 2025
- Goddess's Arrival
- Elephant (auspicious due to starting on Monday)
- Significance
- Honoring Goddess Durga
Sources
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Eco-friendly Navratri celebration tips for a sustainable festival
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Navratri 2025 Celebrations | How Sharad Navratri is Celebrated Across India