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Maha Navami to Dussehra 2025: Kanya Pujan, Date, Timings, Rituals & Significance

  • Writer: Rajiv Shukla
    Rajiv Shukla
  • Sep 30, 2025
  • 5 min read

Navratri to Dussehra 2025- Quick Highlight (Synopsis):

As of 2025, Maha Navami , Navratri’s Kanya Pujan occurs on October 1 2025, and Vijayadashami (Dussehra) falls on October 2. In between, devotees shift from celebrating the divine feminine energy to honoring the victory of good — bridging deep symbolism through rituals and joy.



Maha Navami to Dussehra 2025

As of 2025, the transition from Navratri’s devotional celebrations to the climactic moment of Dussehra is both spiritual and festive. During Navratri, Kanya Pujan (worship of young girls) honors the divine feminine; then on Vijayadashami, we commemorate Lord Rama’s victory over Ravana and Goddess Durga’s triumph over evil. This journey across days is a beautiful tapestry of belief, ritual, and renewal.


Navratri 2025 Kanya Pujan and Dussehra Vijayadashami celebration with prasad offering and Ravana effigy burning.
Navratri’s Kanya Pujan occurs on October 1 2025, flows into the grand celebration of Dussehra on Oct 2, 2025.

Maha Navami to Dussehra- Let’s walk step by step through key dates, timings, rituals, and their deeper meaning — so you can celebrate meaningfully.


1. Navratri & Kanya Pujan 2025

1.1 What is Kanya Pujan?

Kanya Pujan (or Kumari Puja) is a cherished ritual during Navratri where young, unmarried girls (often ages 2–10) are worshipped as embodiments of Goddess Durga.


Some communities perform it every day of Navratri (inviting one girl each day), while others concentrate it on Ashtami or Navami (8th or 9th day) or a designated day.


1.2 2025 Date & Timing

In 2025, Maha Navami is on October 1, 2025. Time specifics (for your locality, consult your regional panchang) but the ritual is often done during the “shubh muhurat” of the day.



Maha Navami to Dussehra- Day 9: Date and Time

Navami Tithi Begins: September 30, 2025 - 06:06 PM

Navami Tithi Ends: October 1, 2025 - 07:01 PM


Poori chane and sooji halwa should be offered to Goddess Siddhidatri on this day


Significance of Mahanavami

Mahanavami is a highly auspicious day with several important meanings and rituals: 

  • Victory of good over evil: The day commemorates the final stage of Goddess Durga's fierce battle against the buffalo demon Mahishasura. Her ultimate victory over the demon is celebrated the following day on Vijayadashami.

  • Worship of Maa Siddhidatri: Devotees worship Maa Siddhidatri, the ninth and final form of Goddess Durga. She is believed to grant wisdom, clarity, and divine powers (siddhis).

  • Empowerment of the feminine: The rituals highlight the strength of womanhood, as a woman, Goddess Durga, was the one to defeat the powerful demon



2. Transition to Dussehra / Vijayadashami

Navratri spans nine nights devoted to Goddess Durga in her various forms. The tenth day, Vijayadashami, marks the culmination — a celebration of victory (Vijaya) and the dawn of new beginnings.

On one hand, Navratri centers on the feminine divine; on the other, Vijayadashami brings together Ramayana’s heroics and Durga’s victory. Together, they form a powerful spiritual arc.



3. Dussehra 2025: Date, Time & Rituals

3.1 Date & Muhurats

In 2025, Vijayadashami (Dussehra) is on October 2.


  • Dashami Tithi begins: 07:01 PM (Oct 1)

  • Dashami Tithi ends: 07:10 PM (Oct 2)

  • Vijay Muhurat: 02:09 PM to 02:56 PM

  • Aparahna Puja Time: 01:21 PM to 03:44 PM

  • Shravana Nakshatra: 09:13 AM (Oct 2) – 09:34 AM (Oct 3)


3.2 Rituals & Celebrations

  • North India: Effigies of Ravana, Kumbhakarna, and Meghnad are burned.

  • Ram Leela: Performances retell Rama’s victory.

  • South India: Golu display of dolls, worship of Goddess Chamundeshwari.

  • Ayudha Puja: Tools, books, and instruments are cleaned and worshipped.

  • Kerala: Vidhyarambham marks children’s first writing ritual.

  • West Bengal: Durga Visarjan and Sindoor Khela highlight Vijayadashami.

  • Andhra Pradesh: Exchange of shami leaves as a symbol of goodwill.


3.3 Symbolism & Meaning

  • Victory of dharma (righteousness) over adharma (evil).

  • Closure of Navratri’s spiritual journey into an outward, communal festival.

Strengthening of renewal — a fresh start in life, studies, work, intentions.


Note: Always consult your local Panchang / astrologer for muhurats and timings exact to your city.



4. Bridging the Two: Why the Continuity Matters

  • From Kanya Pujan to Dussehra: a holistic spiritual arc from inner devotion to outward celebration.

  • Shows unity of shraddha (faith) and karma (action).

  • Affirms that divinity and victory complement and complete each other.



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Navratri to Dussehra FAQ

Q. When is Maha Navam in 2025?

Maha Navami, October 1, 2025, during Navratri’s ninth day celebrations.


Q. What is the significance of Maha Navami?

Maha Navami honors Maa Siddhidatri, the ninth form of Goddess Durga, who grants wisdom and divine powers. It also commemorates Durga’s final battle against Mahishasura, with her victory celebrated on Vijayadashami.


Q. What food is offered during Kanya Pujan and Maha Navami?

Devotees prepare and offer poori, chane, and sooji halwa as sacred bhog for Maa Siddhidatri and to young girls during Kanya Pujan.


Q. When is Dussehra (Vijayadashami) in 2025?

Dussehra falls on October 2, 2025, a day after Maha Navami, marking the triumph of good over evil.


Q. What are the auspicious timings for Dussehra 2025?

  • Dashami Tithi: Oct 1, 07:01 PM – Oct 2, 07:10 PM

  • Vijay Muhurat: 02:09 PM – 02:56 PM

  • Aparahna Puja: 01:21 PM – 03:44 PM


Q. How is Dussehra celebrated across India?

  • North India: Burning of Ravana effigies, Ram Leela plays.

  • South India: Golu displays, worship of Goddess Chamundeshwari.

  • West Bengal: Durga Visarjan and Sindoor Khela.

  • Kerala: Vidhyarambham, children’s first writing ritual.

  • Andhra Pradesh: Exchange of shami leaves as goodwill.




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Celebrate with devotion and joy — honor the divine feminine during Navratri and step into Vijayadashami’s victory with fresh intentions for 2025.


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Rajiv Shukla covers news from across the world, current affairs, and festivities for NFSTUBE with a fact-first, clarity-driven approach. His analysis helps readers stay informed on the stories and celebrations shaping India and the world.


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