The meaning of Navratri Navratri which means “Nine Nights” is celebrated to honor the Mother Goddess Durga. Throughout this period, Mother Goddess Durga is worshiped in all of her divine forms including Goddess Durga, Goddess Kali, Goddess Saraswati and Goddess Lakshmi. It is one of the most significant Hindu Festivals which is celebrated twice a year. One at the onset of summer in March or April which is known as “Chaitra Navratri.” The second Navratri is celebrated in September or ... Navratri is celebrated 4 times in a year, each with a different significance and at a different time. However, the puja rituals observed on all 9 days are the same. The date and time of Navratri changes every year as it is based on the Hindu lunar calendar and depends on the phases of the moon. Chaitra Navratri 2025 calendar: The nine-day Hindu festival of Chaitra Navratri began on March 30. Here's a look at when it ends, and correct Ashtami 2025 date. Navratri, in Hinduism, is a major festival held in honor of the divine feminine. Navratri occurs over nine days during the month of Ashvin, or Ashvina (in the Gregorian calendar, usually September–October). It often ends with the Dussehra celebration on the 10th day.
