Chaitra Navratri is a Hindu festival that takes place over nine nights and ten days in the month of Chaitra. It is one of the most important festivals in the Hindu calendar, and it is celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm across India. In 2025, Chaitra Navratri will begin on Monday, March 24, and end on Tuesday, April 1.
During Chaitra Navratri, Hindus worship the goddess Durga, who is considered to be the embodiment of strength and power. Devotees offer prayers and perform special rituals to seek her blessings. Chaitra Navratri is also a time for fasting, meditation, and spiritual reflection.