The month of October 2025 is filled with some of the most significant Hindu festivals, vrats, and cultural celebrations. From Navratri, Durga Puja, and Vijayadashami (Dussehra) to Karwa Chauth, Diwali, Lakshmi Puja, and Chhath Puja, this month offers spiritual enrichment, family bonding, and devotional observances across India.
Below is the day-wise calendar of October 2025 festivals and events with their religious significance.
1 October 2025 Festivals & Pujas
- सरस्वती बलिदान (Saraswati Balidan) – Offering prayers to Goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge and wisdom.
- महा नवमी (Maha Navami) – The ninth day of Navratri, dedicated to Goddess Siddhidatri, marking the conclusion of Navratri worship.
- दुर्गा बलिदान (Durga Balidan) – Ritual sacrifice and offerings made to Goddess Durga.
- आयुध पूजा (Ayudha Puja) – Worship of tools, weapons, and instruments, seeking blessings for success in work.
- दक्षिण सरस्वती पूजा (Dakshina Saraswati Puja) – Celebrated mainly in South India, dedicated to Goddess Saraswati.
- बंगाल महा नवमी (Bengal Maha Navami) – One of the most important days of Durga Puja celebrations in West Bengal.
2 October 2025 Festivals & Pujas
- सरस्वती विसर्जन (Saraswati Visarjan)
- दुर्गा विसर्जन (Durga Visarjan) – The immersion of Durga idols, marking the end of Durga Puja.
- दशहरा / विजयदशमी (Dussehra / Vijayadashami) – Celebrates the victory of good over evil; Lord Rama’s triumph over Ravana.
- बंगाल विजयदशमी (Bengal Vijayadashami) – Special festivities in Bengal during idol immersion.
- मैसूर दसरा (Mysuru Dasara) – The grand procession of Goddess Chamundeshwari in Mysore, Karnataka.
- विद्यारम्भ दिन (Vidyarambham) – Auspicious day for initiating children into learning.
- मध्वाचार्य जयन्ती (Madhvacharya Jayanti) – Birth anniversary of the philosopher Madhvacharya.
- गाँधी जयन्ती (Gandhi Jayanti) – Birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, celebrated nationwide.
3–7 October 2025 Festivals & Vrats
- 3 October – पापांकुशा एकादशी (Papankusha Ekadashi)
- 4 October – पद्मनाभ द्वादशी (Padmanabha Dwadashi), प्रदोष व्रत (Pradosh Vrat), शनि त्रयोदशी (Shani Trayodashi)
- 6 October – कोजागर पूजा (Kojagari Puja), शरद पूर्णिमा (Sharad Purnima), पूर्णिमा उपवास (Purnima Vrat)
- 7 October – अश्विन पूर्णिमा (Ashwin Purnima), वाल्मीकि जयन्ती (Valmiki Jayanti), मीराबाई जयन्ती (Meerabai Jayanti), नवपद ओली पूर्ण (Navpad Oli Purnima)
8–13 October 2025 Festivals & Vrats
- 8 October – कार्तिक प्रारम्भ (Kartik Month Begins – Uttar Bharat)
- 9 October – अट्ल तद्दी (Atla Tadde – celebrated by women in Andhra Pradesh & Telangana)
- 10 October – करवा चौथ (Karwa Chauth), संकष्टी चतुर्थी (Sankashti Chaturthi), मासिक कार्तिगाई (Monthly Karthigai)
- 11 October – रोहिणी व्रत (Rohini Vrat)
- 13 October – अहोई अष्टमी (Ahoi Ashtami), राधा कुण्ड स्नान (Radha Kund Snan), कालाष्टमी (Kalastami)
17–20 October 2025 (Diwali Period)
- 17 October – रमा एकादशी (Rama Ekadashi), गोवत्स द्वादशी (Govatsa Dwadashi), तुला संक्रांति (Tula Sankranti)
- 18 October – धनतेरस (Dhanteras), यम पंचक प्रारम्भ (Yama Panchak Begins), यम दीपम (Yama Deepam), प्रदोष व्रत, शनि त्रयोदशी
- 19 October – काली चौदस (Kali Chaudas), हनुमान पूजा, मासिक शिवरात्रि (Masik Shivratri)
- 20 October (Main Diwali) –
- नरक चतुर्दशी (Narak Chaturdashi)
- तमिल दीपावली (Tamil Deepavali)
- दीवाली (Diwali)
- लक्ष्मी पूजा (Lakshmi Puja)
- दीपमालिका (Deepmalika)
- केदार गौरी व्रत (Kedar Gauri Vrat)
- चोपड़ा पूजा (Chopda Puja – popular in Gujarat)
- शारदा पूजा (Sharada Puja)
- काली पूजा (Kali Puja – celebrated in Bengal, Assam, Odisha)
- कमला जयंती (Kamala Jayanti)
21–23 October 2025 (Post-Diwali)
- 21 October – कार्तिक अमावस्या (Kartik Amavasya), दर्श अमावस्या (Darsha Amavasya)
- 22 October – गोवर्धन पूजा (Govardhan Puja), अन्नकूट, बलि प्रतिपदा (Bali Pratipada), द्यूत क्रीड़ा (Dyuta Krida), नव संवत प्रारम्भ (New Vikram Samvat)
- 23 October – चन्द्र दर्शन (Chandra Darshan), भैया दूज (Bhai Dooj), यम द्वितीया (Yama Dwitiya)
25–31 October 2025 Festivals & Vrats
- 25 October – नागुला चविति (Nagula Chavithi – Telugu), विनायक चतुर्थी (Vinayaka Chaturthi)
- 26 October – लाभ पंचमी (Labh Panchami)
- 27 October – छठ पूजा (Chhath Puja), सूर सम्हारम (Soorasamharam – Tamil Nadu)
- 29 October – अष्टाह्निका विधान प्रारम्भ (Ashtahnika Vidhan Begins – Jain tradition)
- 30 October – गोपाष्टमी (Gopashtami), मासिक दुर्गाष्टमी (Masik Durga Ashtami)
- 31 October – अक्षय नवमी (Akshaya Navami), जगद्धात्री पूजा (Jagaddhatri Puja)
Significance of October 2025
October 2025 is spiritually powerful, hosting Navratri, Durga Puja, Vijayadashami, Sharad Purnima, Karwa Chauth, Diwali, and Chhath Puja, making it one of the busiest months of the Hindu religious calendar. Families gather for devotion, businesses perform pujas for prosperity, and communities celebrate unity and cultural heritage.
✨ FAQ:
Whether it is the grand victory celebrations of Vijayadashami, the devotion of Karwa Chauth, or the light of Diwali and Lakshmi Puja, October 2025 is filled with sacred opportunities to pray, celebrate, and invite prosperity into our lives.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on October Festivals & Diwali Pujan 2025
Q1. When is Maha Navami in 2025?
Maha Navami in 2025 will be observed on 1 October, Wednesday. It is celebrated with Durga Balidan, Ayudha Puja, Saraswati Puja, and in Bengal as Bengal Maha Navami.
Q2. When is Vijayadashami or Dussehra in 2025?
Vijayadashami, also known as Dussehra, will be celebrated on 2 October 2025. It marks the victory of Lord Rama over Ravana and Goddess Durga’s triumph over Mahishasura.
Q3. When is Saraswati Visarjan in 2025?
Saraswati Visarjan in 2025 falls on 2 October, Thursday. Devotees immerse Goddess Saraswati’s idol with devotion and prayers.
Q4. When is Karwa Chauth in 2025?
Karwa Chauth will be observed on 10 October 2025, Friday. Married women observe nirjala fast for the long life and well-being of their husbands.
Q5. When is Ahoi Ashtami in 2025?
Ahoi Ashtami in 2025 will be observed on 13 October, Monday. Mothers keep fast for the well-being and prosperity of their children.
Q6. When is Sharad Purnima in 2025?
Sharad Purnima, also known as Kojagari Purnima, will be celebrated on 6 October 2025. It is believed that Goddess Lakshmi blesses devotees on this night.
Q7. When is Lakshmi Puja or Diwali in 2025?
Lakshmi Puja, the main day of Diwali, will be celebrated on 20 October 2025, Monday. Devotees worship Goddess Lakshmi for wealth and prosperity.
Q8. When is Narak Chaturdashi in 2025?
Narak Chaturdashi, also called Choti Diwali, falls on 20 October 2025. It marks the victory of Lord Krishna over the demon Narakasura.
Q9. When is Kali Puja in 2025?
Kali Puja coincides with Diwali and will be observed on 20 October 2025. It is especially popular in West Bengal, Odisha, and Assam.
Q10. When is Govardhan Puja in 2025?
Govardhan Puja and Annakut will be celebrated on 22 October 2025, Wednesday. Devotees worship Govardhan Hill and prepare Annakut (a variety of food offerings).
Q11. When is Bhai Dooj in 2025?
Bhai Dooj, also called Yama Dwitiya, will be observed on 23 October 2025, Thursday. Sisters pray for the long life of their brothers and perform tilak rituals.
Q12. When is Chhath Puja in 2025?
Chhath Puja in 2025 falls on 27 October, Monday. It is a four-day festival dedicated to Surya Dev (Sun God) and Chhathi Maiya, where devotees offer Arghya at sunrise and sunset.
Q13. When is Akshaya Navami in 2025?
Akshaya Navami in 2025 will be celebrated on 31 October, Friday. It is considered an auspicious day for charity and worship of the Amla tree.
Q14. When is Jagaddhatri Puja in 2025?
Jagaddhatri Puja in 2025 will be observed on 31 October, Friday. It is mainly celebrated in West Bengal after Kali Puja.
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