September 12, 2025

The festive vibes are coming strong in 2025! September onwards, Hindus and everyone who loves celebrations can look forward to a string of dazzling festivals like Navratri, Durga Puja, Diwali, and even Christmas. So, if you want to plan your joy-filled days with family and friends, here’s the colorful festival calendar for 2025. Let's dive into the sparkling dates: - September 17: Vishwakarma Puja and Indira Ekadashi kick off the festivities. - September 21: Mahalaya Amavasya, the day that starts the countdown for Durga Puja. - September 22: The magical Navratri festival starts, also marking Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti. - September 28: Durga Puja celebrations begin, filling the air with devotion and dance. - September 30: Durga Ashtami, Sandhi Puja, and Saraswati Puja, the grand days of Durga worship. - October 1: Navratri ends with Maha Navami, leading to the victorious Dussehra on October 2. - October 6: Sharad Purnima lights up the full moon night. - October 9: Karwa Chauth, a special day for married couples. - October 18: The shining start of Diwali with Dhanteras. - October 21: Diwali, the Festival of Lights, brings homes alive with lamps and fireworks. - October 22 and 23: Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj celebrate family and faith. - October 25 to 28: Chhath Puja rituals unfold, honoring the Sun God. - November 5: Kartik Poornima and Guru Nanak Jayanti/Gurpurab, days full of spiritual reverence. - December 1: Geeta Jayanti celebrates the sacred Bhagavad Gita. - December 24 and 25: The joy of Christmas Eve and Christmas spread festive cheer. - December 31: New Year's Eve closes the year with parties and hope. Navratri and Durga Puja hold a special place. Navratri, starting September 22 and ending October 2 with Vijayadashami, is a nine-day worship of Goddess Durga's nine forms, the Navdurgas. It's a time of dance, fasting, and prayers. Durga Puja begins on September 28, with Maha Ashtami and Maha Navami as the festival’s heartbeats. This grand celebration recalls Goddess Durga’s victory over the demon Mahishasura, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil. It also honors her return to her mother’s home, a touching moment for devotees. So get your colorful clothes, sweets, and spirit ready! The magic of 2025’s festivals is all set to light up hearts and homes across the country. Don’t miss these joyous moments to dance, pray, and celebrate life’s beautiful traditions.

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