Navratri Mahapuja 22nd Sept 2025

Worship the Nine Forms of the Divine Mother this Sharad Navratri
22nd September – 1st October 2025

Celebrate the auspicious days of Sharad Navratri through the Navratri Mahapuja, a 10-day sacred observance that invokes and honors Maa Durga in Her nine divine forms—Shailputri, Brahmacharini, Chandraghanta, Kushmanda, Skandmata, Katyayani, Kaalratri, Mahagauri, and Siddhidatri.

The celebration begins with Ghat Sthapana, where a sacred pot is installed with Navdhanya (nine grains). As the seeds sprout over the nine days, they symbolize abundance, fertility, and prosperity. Each phase of the Puja honors the Divine Mother's transformative energies: the first three days invoke Kali, the destroyer of darkness; the next three, Lakshmi, the giver of prosperity; and the final three, Saraswati, the bestower of wisdom. This journey reflects the soul's path—first purifying itself, then receiving divine qualities, and finally attaining true knowledge.

Navratri is not just a ritual but a spiritual awakening. The Goddess Durga, embodiment of Shakti and Supreme Consciousness, manifested when Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva combined their powers to vanquish the demon Mahishasura. Her ten-day battle symbolizes the victory of divine power over negativity.

By participating in this Mahapuja, you open yourself to Maa Durga's grace, inviting health, wealth, spiritual upliftment, and protection into your life.

Benefits of the Navratri Mahapuja

• Divine blessings for health, wealth, and prosperity.
• Protection, courage, and strength to overcome all obstacles.
• Spiritual growth, clarity, and inner transformation.
• Grace of Maa Durga in every aspect of life.

This is a Group Puja with collective energy, and each Yajaman's Sankalpa will be taken individually to honor personal prayers and intentions.

Embrace this Navratri as an opportunity to surrender at the feet of the Divine Mother and receive Her infinite blessings.

Day 1 - 22nd September - Goddess Shailputri: On the first day of Navratri, devotees worship Goddess Shailputri, meaning the Daughter of the mountains (Himalayas). She represents the embodiment of the power of Brahma, Vishnu, and Mahesh.

Day 2 - 23rd September - Goddess Brahmacharini: On the second day of Navratri, Goddess Brahmacharini is worshipped. Devi Brahmacharini is known for her pure and sincere devotion and determination. She signifies spiritual wisdom and knowledge.

Day 3 - 24th September - Goddess Chandraghanta: On the third day, devotees worship Goddess Chandraghanta. She rides on a tiger, with a crescent moon decorating her forehead. The name Chandraghanta means "the one with a moon on her forehead," symbolizing courage and bravery.

Day 4 - 25th September - Vinayak Chaturthi: Vinayaka Chaturthi is also known as Varad Vinayaka Chaturthi. Varad means "asking God to fulfill any desire one has". Lord Ganesha blesses devotees with wisdom and patience who observe this fast.

Day 5 - 26th September - Goddess Kushmanda: Goddess Kushmanda is worshipped on the fourth day. She is believed to be the creator of the universe and brings light to the cosmos. She rides a lion and holds eight powerful weapons and a rosary in her eight hands.

Day 6 - 27th September - Goddess Skandamata: On the fifth day, Goddess Skandamata, the mother of Lord Kartikeya, is honored. She embodies a mother's strength in protecting her child and is depicted with four arms holding a lotus, bell, and Kamandalu, while carrying Lord Kartikeya in her lap.

Day 7 - 28th September - Goddess Katyayani: Goddess Katyayani, a fierce form of Goddess Parvati, is worshipped on the sixth day of Navratri. She is celebrated for her role in defeating the demon Mahishasura, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil.

Day 8 - 29th September - Goddess Kalaratri: On the seventh day, devotees worship Goddess Kalaratri, the most ferocious form of Durga. She symbolizes the destruction of ignorance and darkness and is known for bestowing courage to her devotees.

Day 9 - 30th September - Goddess Mahagauri: On the eighth day, Goddess Mahagauri is worshipped. She symbolizes purity, peace, and serenity. Devotees observe a fast on Mahashtami to seek her blessings.

Day 10 - 1st October - Goddess Siddhidatri: On the ninth day, Goddess Siddhidatri is worshipped. "Siddhi" means supernatural power, and "Dhatri" means giver. Kanya Puja is also performed on this day. Devotees wash the feet of nine young girls, offer them food, and seek blessings in a ritual known as Kanya Prasadam.

Navadurgas mantras:

Om Shaam Sheem Shoom Shailputryai Namah ||
Om Braam Breem Boom Brahmcharinyai Namah ||
Om Hreem Kleem Shreem Chandraghantayai Namah ||
Om Hreem Kushmandayai Jagatprasootyai Namah ||
Om Hreem Saha Skandmatryai Namah ||
Om Hreem Shreem Katyayanyai Namah ||
Aim Hreem Shreem Kaalratryai Namah ||
Om Hreem Shreem Glaum Gam Gauri Geem Namah ||
Om Hreem Saha Siddhidatryai Namah ||

Puja Services Include:

Kalash Sthapana, Ghat Sthapana, Panchang Sthapana (Gauri Ganesh, Punyavachan, Shodash Matrika, Navgraha, Sarvotabhadra), Gauri Tilak mandal, 64 yogini Pujan, Sapthgrihith Matrika Pujan, Chatukashti Yogini Mangal Pujan, Shetrapal Pujan, Swasti Vachan, Sankalpa, Ganesh Laxmi Pujan, Navgraha Pujan, Invocation of all Gods and Goddesses in Kalash, Ghat Sthapana, Durga Idol and Yantra Abhishek and pujan, Navchandi path, Navdurga Mantra Japa 11,000 times, Pushpanjali, Homa(15 different items) and Aarti.

Number of Priests: 9
22nd September to 1st October: 09:00 am to 02:00 pm IST
Puja will be Live Streamed.

Our team of Rudra Centre priests will conduct the Puja strictly as per Vedic rituals. Please mention your Full name, Current Location, Gotra/Birth details (date, place, time)/Parent's Name, & Sankalpa (your wish) in the instructions box.

This sacred Puja will be conducted as a group ceremony with other Yajamans, and you are welcome to include the names of your loved ones for participation and blessings.

During the Puja, live videos and photographs will be shared so that you may participate virtually and feel connected throughout the sacred process. For smooth coordination, please also share your WhatsApp number with us.