Sita Navami 2025: Everything To Know About Date, Muhurat, Significance And More About Janaki Navami

Every year, Sita Navami is celebrated on the ninth day of Shukla Paksha of Vaisakha month. The significant day is also known as Janaki Navami. Sita Navami is primarily celebrated in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Nepal. The festival is also observed in other parts of India, particularly those associated with the Ramayana, such as Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh and Bhadrachalam in Andhra Pradesh.

About Sita Navami

Sita Navami is a Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Goddess Sita, the symbol of purity and devotion. She is also the wife of Lord Rama. The day honours Goddess Sita's virtues and seeks blessings for a virtuous life. The festival is a time to celebrate Goddess Sita's qualities, such as her loyalty, purity, and unwavering devotion.

Goddess Sita was married to Lord Rama, who was also born on Navami Tithi during Shukla Paksha during the month of Chaitra. On the Hindu calendar, Sita Jayanti falls after one month of Rama Navami.

Sita Navami Tithi and Muhurat

According to the Drik Panchang, the festival is observed from Monday, May 5, and will end on Tuesday, May 6, 2025.

Sita Navami Madhyahna Moment - 12:35 PM

Navami Tithi Begins - 07:35 AM on May 05, 2025

Navami Tithi Ends - 08:38 AM on May 06, 2025

Sita Navami significance

Sita Navami holds spiritual significance similar to that of Ram Navami. It is believed that devotees should worship Goddess Sita and Lord Ram. This festival is especially auspicious for married women or married couples who observe fast and offer adornment items to the goddess.

Rituals of Sita Nvami

On this auspicious day, wake up early and take a holy bath before sunrise. Clean your home with Ganga Jal, then prepare an asan (seat) and place the idol of the deity on it. Offer flowers and fruits to Lord Ram and Goddess Sita. Chant Goddess Sita's mantra and recite the Janaki Vrat Katha. Finally, conclude your puja with the Aarti for Goddess Sita.

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