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Ram Navami is a sacred festival celebrated across India, marking the birth anniversary of Lord Rama, the seventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu. This festival holds immense religious significance, and devotees observe fasts, perform pujas, and take part in grand processions to honor Lord Rama.
This year, Ram Navami falls on April 6, 2025, and temples will be filled with prayers, hymns, and cultural programs to celebrate the occasion.
Ram Navami 2025 Date & Timings
As per Drik Panchang, Ram Navami is celebrated on Navami Tithi during Shukla Paksha of Chaitra month. The most auspicious time to perform puja is during the Madhyahna period (midday).
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Navami Tithi Begins: April 5, 2025, at 07:26 PM
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Navami Tithi Ends: April 6, 2025, at 07:22 PM
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Rama Navami Madhyahna Muhurat: April 6, 2025, from 11:08 AM to 1:39 PM
Ram Navami 2025: इन राशियों पर बरसेगा धन, शुभ योग में चमकेगी किस्मत
Ram Navami 2025 Rituals & Traditions
1. Holy Bath & Fasting
Many devotees start the day by taking a holy dip in sacred rivers like the Sarayu in Ayodhya. This ritual symbolizes purification of the soul. Fasting from sunrise to sunset is a common tradition among worshippers.
2. Special Pujas & Havan
Temples across India conduct bhajans, havans, and aartis dedicated to Lord Rama. Priests perform Ramayana recitations, narrating stories of his valor and dharma.
3. Grand Processions
One of the biggest highlights of Ram Navami celebrations is the Shobha Yatra, where beautifully decorated idols of Lord Rama, Sita, Lakshmana, and Hanuman are taken out in large processions.
4. Ram Leela Performances
In many parts of India, Ram Leela (theatrical performances of Ramayana) is enacted to retell the life and teachings of Lord Rama.
Where to Experience Grand Ram Navami Celebrations?
While Ram Navami is celebrated across the country, some of the best places to witness grand festivities include:
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Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh – The birthplace of Lord Rama
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Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh – Famous for its temple rituals
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Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu – Known for grand processions
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Bhadrachalam, Telangana – Hosts one of the biggest Ram Navami celebrations
