Significance of Chaitra Navratri and 3 auspicious rituals to perform as per vedic astrology

TOI Astrology / Mar 30, 2025, 17:21 IST

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Chaitra Navratri, from March 30 to April 7 in 2025, marks the Hindu New Year and is an auspicious festival dedicated to Goddess Durga. Key rituals include Ghatasthapana, chanting specific mantras for planetary balance, and performing Kanya Puja for prosperity. These practices harness planetary energies, inviting spiritual upliftment and divine blessings.

Chaitra Navratri, celebrated during the Shukla Paksha of the Chaitra month, marks the beginning of the Hindu New Year in many regions. In 2025, it will be observed from March 30 to April 7, culminating in Ram Navami, the birth anniversary of Lord Rama. This period is considered highly auspicious for seeking the blessings of Goddess Durga and her nine forms.
The Ghatasthapana Muhurat (installation of the sacred pot) falls between 6:13 AM and 10:21 AM on March 30. This ritual marks the commencement of the festival and is crucial for inviting divine energy. According to Vedic astrology, the planetary positions during Navratri create a spiritually charged atmosphere, making it an ideal time for inner transformation and divine connection.

Three Auspicious Rituals to Perform as Per Vedic Astrology

1. Ghatasthapana with Planetary Alignment in Mind

The installation of the Kalash (sacred pot) is the most significant ritual, symbolizing the invocation of Goddess Durga. According to Vedic astrology, performing this ritual during a favorable Muhurat ensures that planetary energies support prosperity and protection.

Use a copper or earthen pot filled with Gangajal.
Place mango leaves and a coconut on top.
Position the Kalash in the northeast or east direction.
Sowing barley seeds next to the Kalash signifies growth and abundance in life.

2. Chanting Specific Mantras for Planetary Balance

Each day of Chaitra Navratri corresponds to a different form of Maa Durga and is associated with specific planetary influences. Chanting the Beej Mantra of the Goddess of the day helps balance the ruling planets’ energy.

Day 1 (Maa Shailputri): Recite ‘Om Hreem Shreem Kleem Mahakalyai Namah’ to strengthen the Moon’s influence, enhancing emotional stability.
Day 4 (Maa Kushmanda): Worshiping her benefits those with a weak Sun placement in their birth chart.

Following the correct mantra practices during Navratri can bring peace, success, and spiritual growth.

3. Performing Kanya Puja on the Right Tithi for Prosperity

Worshipping young girls (Kanya Puja) on Ashtami or Navami is considered one of the most rewarding acts during Navratri. According to Vedic astrology, choosing the right Tithi for this ritual amplifies its effects.

Offer red flowers, saffron, and sweets to girls aged 2 to 10, symbolizing the divine feminine energy.
This ritual brings prosperity and removes negative karmic influences.
Donating yellow or red clothes is believed to enhance the positive impact of Jupiter and Mars in one’s horoscope.

By observing these auspicious rituals, devotees can harness the powerful planetary alignments of Chaitra Navratri to invite spiritual upliftment, prosperity, and divine blessings.
The article is Authored by Prashant Kapoor, Celebrity Astrologer, Founder, AstroKapoor.

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