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News Topical, Digital Desk : The Ashtami Tithi of Navratri holds special significance, known to all as Maha Ashtami or Durga Ashtami (Durga Ashtami 2025). Many people also break their Navratri fast on this day and perform Kanya Pujan. So, let's find out when the Sharadiya Navratri Ashtami Pujan will be performed and the significance of this date.
When is Ashtami Tithi
According to the Vedic calendar, the Ashtami Tithi of Sharadiya Navratri begins at 4:31 pm on September 29th. This Tithi ends at 6:06 pm on September 30th. Therefore, Maha Ashtami will be celebrated on Tuesday, September 30th.
Significance of Maha Ashtami
The eighth day of Navratri is celebrated to worship Goddess Durga. According to legend, Goddess Durga killed the demon Mahishasura on Maha Ashtami. Therefore, this day is also seen as a symbol of the victory of good over evil. On this day, the eighth form of Goddess Durga, Mahagauri, is worshipped. Many devotees perform Kanya Pujan on the eighth day of Navratri. During this time, young girls are worshipped and fed, considering them to be manifestations of Goddess Durga.
When the girls are sent off, they are given gifts or money. It is believed that doing so can bring the seeker the desired results. Furthermore, with the blessings of Mother Goddess, one receives blessings of health, wealth, and spiritual progress. Furthermore, the Ashtami Tithi of Navratri is considered highly auspicious for beginning any new endeavor.
Chant these mantras
1. Mantra: Shri Kleem Hreem Varadaayi Namah
2. Mantra: Om Ain Hreem Kleem Mahagaurye Namah
3. Organization in the form of Sarvbhuteshu Maa Gauri.
Namastesyaye Namastesyaye Namastesyaye Namo Namah.
4. Maa Durga meditation mantra
Om Jata Jute Samayuktmardhendu Krit Lakshanam.
Lochanatray Samyuktam Padmendusadyashannam॥
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