Dr. Taara Malhotra: World-Renowned Numerologist, Astrologer & Reiki Grandmaster.
Navratri 2025: How Auspicious Are They
Navratri is more than just nine nights of devotion; it is a divine alignment of energy, faith and transformation. Each year, the cosmic vibrations during these nine days open up portals of blessings, and 2025 carries a very special significance. The planetary positions and energetic shifts will make this Navratri a powerful time for inner growth, wish fulfilment and karmic cleansing. Truly, those who embrace these nine nights with sincerity are among the most fortunate souls.
Navratri 2025 – September 22 to October 2, 2025
In 2025, Shardiya Navratri commences on Monday, September 22, with Ghatasthapana and culminates on Thursday, October 2 with Vijayadashami. The astrological alignment of these dates makes this Navratri particularly blessed and transformative.
Beginning on a Monday, a day ruled by Chandra (Moon), ensures that the festival carries energies of peace, nourishment and emotional stability. Devotees who begin their fasts and prayers on this day are believed to receive inner calm and clarity of thought, making it easier to overcome confusions and challenges in life. The Moon’s influence strengthens family bonds, improves relationships and opens the heart to devotion.
As the nine nights progress, each day ruled by different planetary influences enhances a unique aspect of life … from courage and knowledge to wealth, health and protection. The Ashtami Tithi (September 30) arrives under strong cosmic vibrations, making it the most powerful time for invoking Goddess Durga’s fierce form and seeking protection from negativity. The Navami Tithi (October 1) follows, symbolizing fulfillment, abundance and divine grace. Those performing Kanya Pujan and special rituals on these days are said to attract prosperity and blessings not only for themselves but also for generations to come.
The festival concludes on Thursday, October 2, with Vijayadashami (Dussehra). Thursday, ruled by Guru (Jupiter) is considered the planet of wisdom, wealth and expansion. Ending Navratri on this day amplifies its fortune, signifying the triumph of dharma over adharma, knowledge over ignorance and abundance over scarcity. It is an especially lucky time to begin new ventures, make financial decisions or embark on spiritual practices, as success is believed to be assured.
Daily Navratri Remedy for Prosperity & Success
Morning Ritual (after bath, before breakfast):
- Prepare a Sacred Altar: Keep a small, clean altar with an image or idol of Maa Lakshmi or Maa Durga. Place a lit ghee diya (lamp) and a fresh flower to invoke divine presence.
- Sacred Offering: Hold a pinch of uncooked rice and one clove in your right palm. With deep devotion, chant: “Om Shreem Mahalakshmyai Namah” (11 times). This powerful beej mantra invokes the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi for wealth, harmony, and success.
- Light the Lamp & Incense: Place the clove and rice at the altar as your offering for the day while the diya and incense spread divine vibrations in your home.
Evening Ritual:
At sunset, respectfully collect the rice and clove from the altar and place them under a Tulsi plant or any healthy plant in your home or garden. This completes the energy cycle of your offering.
How it Works:
- Clove (Laung): Attracts positive Shukra (Venus) energy, which is linked to prosperity, luxury, and harmony
- Rice: A timeless symbol of abundance, fertility, and the unending flow of wealth
- Nine-Day Navratri Practice: Repetition for nine days strengthens your intention, devotion, and energetic alignment with prosperity.
By performing this simple yet powerful ritual daily during Navratri, you invite divine grace, financial stability and success into your life.
Astrologically, Shardiya Navratri 2025 thus combines the nurturing energy of the Moon with the expansive grace of Jupiter promising peace, growth, victory and fulfillment for all devoted participants.
Who Are Truly Fortunate This Navratri?
- The Devotees of Faith: Those who approach the Goddess with pure intentions will find doors opening for them… be it in careers, relationships or health.
- Spiritual Seekers: Anyone who meditates, chants mantras or connects deeply with the Goddess during these nine nights will find their intuition heightening and karmic blocks dissolving.
- Households of Devotion: Families that conduct the daily prayers and Aarti together are likely to see peace and prosperity flourish in their homes throughout the year.
- The Givers: Those who engage in charity, feed the needy or support others during Navratri will multiply their blessings manifold. The law of karma is magnified at this time.
Practices That Unlock Blessings
- Fasting with Devotion: Fasting during Navratri is not just about abstaining from food; it is about discipline and surrender. It allows the body to detoxify and the spirit to align with divine energy.
- Chanting the Goddess’s Names: Repeating mantras such as “Ya Devi Sarva Bhuteshu” or Durga Saptashati invokes the Goddess’s protection and strength.
- Lighting the Akhand Jyot: A continuous flame burning in one’s home symbolizes the eternal light of divinity. It removes darkness and obstacles.
- Kanya Pujan: Worshipping little girls as manifestations of Goddess Durga is one of the most powerful ways to receive blessings of abundance and joy.
A Message from the Heart
As a spiritual guide, I believe Navratri is not just a festival; it is an opportunity. Those who immerse themselves in its practices in 2025 will find that their efforts are multiplied. This Navratri, don’t just ask the Goddess for blessings… open your heart to transformation, service and gratitude.
Remember, the truly fortunate are those who not only celebrate these nine nights but also carry the Goddess’s light in their lives throughout the year. May Maa Durga bless you with strength, clarity and divine abundance this Navratri and always.
– Dr. Taara Malhotra
