Navratri Colours: Significance & Colour Calendar

Navratri, the vibrant nine-night festival celebrating the divine feminine, is a kaleidoscope of colors that holds deep spiritual significance. As we approach Navratri 2025, devotees are eager to know which colors will adorn each day of this auspicious celebration. Let’s delve into the fascinating process of how these colors are determined and what they symbolize.

The Process of Determining Navratri Colors

The selection of Navratri colors is not arbitrary but follows a traditional system based on planetary influences and the day of the week on which the festival begins. For Navratri 2025, which starts on October 3, the colors are determined as follows:

1. The first seven days follow a fixed pattern associated with the days of the week and their ruling planets.
2. The remaining two days use colors from a secondary list, chosen based on the repeat occurrence of weekdays during the festival.

Navratri 2025 Colour Calendar

Here’s the day-by-day breakdown of Colours for Navratri 2025, along with the corresponding goddess for each day:

1. Day 1 (October 3, 2025) – Yellow – Goddess Shailputri
2. Day 2 (October 4, 2025) – Green – Goddess Brahmacharini
3. Day 3 (October 5, 2025) – Grey – Goddess Chandraghanta
4. Day 4 (October 6, 2025) – Orange – Goddess Kushmanda
5. Day 5 (October 7, 2025) – White – Goddess Skandamata
6. Day 6 (October 8, 2025) – Red – Goddess Katyayani
7. Day 7 (October 9, 2025) – Royal Blue – Goddess Kaalratri
8. Day 8 (October 10, 2025) – Pink – Goddess Mahagauri
9. Day 9 (October 11, 2025) – Purple – Goddess Siddhidatri

Significance of Each Color

Each colour in Navratri holds a unique meaning and symbolism:

• Yellow (Day 1): Represents happiness, optimism, and energy. It’s associated with learning and knowledge, making it an auspicious start to the festival.
• Green (Day 2): Symbolizes growth, harmony, and new beginnings. It’s linked to fertility and prosperity.
• Grey (Day 3): Reflects balance and stability. It encourages devotees to seek inner peace and remove negativity from their lives.
• Orange (Day 4): Embodies warmth, enthusiasm, and creativity. It infuses positivity into the celebration.
• White (Day 5): Signifies peace, purity, and serenity. It’s worn to invoke divine blessings.
• Red (Day 6): Represents power, passion, and strength. It enhances devotion and energy.
• Royal Blue (Day 7): Symbolizes wealth, calmness, and confidence. It’s believed to improve health and prosperity.
• Pink (Day 8): Embodies love, compassion, and nurturing. It fosters harmony and positive relationships.
• Purple (Day 9): Represents spirituality, ambition, and divine connection. It’s worn to seek blessings for prosperity and spiritual growth.

Incorporating Colors into Celebrations

To fully embrace the spirit of Navratri 2025, consider these practical tips:

1. Dress in the color of the day, whether it’s a traditional outfit or modern attire.
2. Decorate your home or puja area with flowers and fabrics in the corresponding colors.
3. Offer prasad (sacred food offerings) that match or complement the day’s color.
4. Use colored diyas (lamps) or candles to enhance your spiritual ambiance.