Navratri has special significance in Hinduism, in which four Navratri is organized in a year: Chaitra Navratri, Sharadiya Navratri, and two Gupta Navratri. In the nine days of Chaitra and Sharadiya Navratri, 9 forms of Goddess Bhagwati are worshiped, while 10 Mahavidyas are worshiped in Gupta Navratri. The Navratri coming in the month of Ashadh and Magh is called Gupta Navratri. The Gupta Navratri of Magh month is going to start soon, in which special wishes are worshiped for accomplishment. It is believed that during this time, many sufferings are relieved by special worship.
When is Gupta Navratri starting?
According to Drik Panchang, Pratipada date of Shukla Paksha of Magh month starts on 29 January 2025 at 06:05 pm, which will end on 30 January 2025 at 04:20 pm. Thus, Magh Gupta Navratri will begin on 30 January 2025, and it will conclude on 7 February 2025.
Worship of 10 goddesses in Gupta Navratri
10 Mahavidyas are worshiped in Gupta Navratri. These goddesses are:
- Devi Kali
- Devi Tara
- Devi Tripurasundari
- Goddess Bhuvaneshwari
- Devi Chinnamasta
- Goddess Tripurbhairavi
- Goddess dhumavati
- Devi Bagalamukhi
- Devi Matangi
- Devi Kamala
Worshiping these goddesses fulfill all the wishes of the seeker.
Auspicious time
The work of Ghatasthapana is considered extremely important during Gupta Navratri. The auspicious time for Ghatasthapana on Pratipada date will be from 9:25 am to 10:46 pm on 30 January 2025, which will run for about 1 hour 21 minutes. In addition, Abhijit Muhurta will be from 12:13 am to 12:56 pm.
Thus, the importance of worship and charity increases on the occasion of Magh Gupta Navratri, which gives the seekers to attain happiness and prosperity.
