Kali Puja: Will Kali Puja be celebrated on 20th October 2025 or on 21st October. According to the Panchang, this time Goddess Kali will be worshiped on the night of 20th October during Nishith period. Know about this auspicious time, worship method and mantras to get the blessings of Goddess Kali.
Kali Puja 2025: Kali Puja is one of the major festivals celebrated in India. It is celebrated every year on the new moon day of Kartik month. This festival is also known as Shyama Puja. On this day, the fierce form of Goddess Durga, Mata Kali is worshipped. It is believed that worshiping Goddess Kali properly removes fear and anxiety from life, removes negative energy from the house and gives strength and courage. Let us know when Kali Puja will be celebrated this year and what will be the auspicious time of the puja.
When will Kali Puja be celebrated in 2025?
According to the Panchang, this year the Amavasya tithi of Kartik month will start on October 20 at 3:44 pm and will end on October 21 at 5:54 pm. Therefore, this year Kali Puja will be celebrated on October 20, 2025 (Monday). Nishith Kaal of Kali Puja will start from 11:41 pm on 20th October and will continue till 12:31 am on 21st October.
What is the importance of Kali Puja?
It is believed that worshiping Mata Kali, the fierce form of Mother Adishakti, on this day eliminates all the troubles, fears, worries, apprehensions and negativity of life. Enemies are conquered and blessed with strength, courage and bravery.
Why do we worship Goddess Kali on Diwali night?
Goddess Kali is worshiped on the night of Diwali as this new moon night symbolizes the destruction of darkness and negative forces. It is believed that on this night Goddess Kali had killed the demons and spread light and power in the world. While in North India Goddess Lakshmi is worshiped for prosperity, in East India Goddess Kali is worshiped as a symbol of victory over ignorance, fear and evil. Hence Kali Puja on the night of Diwali becomes a celebration of strength, courage and protection.
In which states of India is Kali Puja mainly celebrated?
Kali Puja is celebrated with great enthusiasm mainly in the states of West Bengal, Odisha and Assam.
Which mantras should be chanted on the day of Kali Puja?
Chanting these mantras during the worship of Goddess Kali is considered auspicious:
“Om Krim Kalikaya Namah.”
“Om Aim Hreem Kleem Chamundaya Vicche.”