Chaiti Navratri started from March 30 and will continue till 6 April. This festival is very important in Hinduism. While Navratri is seen four times a year, Chaiti Navratri and Sharad Navratri are most widely observed. Each of the nine days is dedicated to a different form of Goddess Durga, and devotees worship her with unbreakable devotion. Many believe that fasting brings blessings during Navratri and fulfills desires. The fasting is traditionally broken with Kanjak Puja on Ashtami. However, this year, there is some confusion about the exact dates of Ashtami and Navami Puja. Here is everything you need to know.
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When is Ashtami 2025? Date and worship timing
Falls on 5 April in 2025.
Ashtami Tithi starts on April 4 at 8:12 pm and ends at 7:26 pm on 5 April. Kanya Pujan can be performed on 5 April between 11:59 am and 12:49 am.
Many people also inspect Kanjak Puja on Navami, which falls on 6 April. This day is also celebrated as Rama Navami, which is another important opportunity for devotees.
Why is Chatra Ashtami important?
Ashtami is one of the most important days of Navratri, as many devotees break their fast and offer bhog to Goddess Durga. On this day, houses are cleaned, temples are decorated, and special offerings are prepared as a offering to the goddess. Bhoga is an essential part of worship, and after offering, young girls who have not reached puberty are served food, as they are considered a living avatar of Goddess Durga. While each house has its own variations, the bhog plate is always prepared without garlic and onion. Some traditional dishes should be in this sacred food.
5 Classic Bhog Recipes for Ashtami and Navami Pujan 2025
1. Porous
Gori is a head in Indian festivals and Pujas. A soft yet crisp -fried bread, it is made by kneading a dough with wheat flour and semolina, rolling it in a small disc and frying them in hot oil. [Click here for the recipe.]
2. pudding
A comfortable dessert, Suji pudding is made by frying semolina in ghee and cooking with water, sugar and dry fruits. It should be in Navratri enjoyment. [Click here for the recipe.]
3. Black gram
Black chickpeas (kalala gram) are provoked in light spices and served with the poor. This protein -rich dish is an essential part of Navratri Prasad. Click here
4. Potato curry
Cumin Elu is usually ready for indulgence, but some people make a light potato curry instead. This dish can be kept dry or converted into light gravy. [Click here for the recipe.]
5. Dahi Bhalla
Urad Dal is soaked in batsman soft and fluffy Bhallas, sweet curd and tangi is at the top with chutney and chaat masala. A delicious addition to indulged plate. [Click here for the recipe.]
Try these traditional cuisine and celebrate the festival with devotion and delicious food.
Happy Navratri 2025 to you!
