Lunar Months: Kartika and Agrahayana (Margashirsha)
Samvat: Vikram Samvat 2082
Ritu (Season): Hemant Ritu (Winter begins)
Ayana: Dakshinayan (Sun’s Southern Solstice)
Agrahayana (Margashirsha) month begins on November 6, 2025, following the completion of Kartika Purnima.
The month of November 2025 is deeply auspicious in the Hindu calendar. It marks the transition from the holy Kartika month to Agrahayana (Margashirsha), encompassing significant rituals, vrats, fasts, and sacred observances. From Dev Diwali, Tulasi Vivah, and Kartika Purnima to Utpanna Ekadashi and Vivah Panchami, this month holds immense religious importance across Hindu traditions.
Panchang Key Details
Lunar Months: The month covers Kartika and Agrahayana (Margashirsha) — two highly auspicious periods in the Hindu calendar.
Paksha (Fortnights): The cycle runs from Kartika Shukla Paksha to Margashirsha Shukla Paksha.
Samvatsara: The ongoing year is Vikram Samvat 2082.
Ayana: This time falls under Dakshinayan, when the Sun moves southward in the celestial sphere.
Ritu (Season): Hemant Ritu — the early winter season — begins, bringing cool mornings and clear skies.
System Used: The Purnimanta lunar system (followed in North India), where each lunar month starts the day after Purnima (Full Moon).
Sunrise: Between approximately 6:36 AM and 6:54 AM, varying slightly by date.
Sunset: Between approximately 5:36 PM and 5:44 PM, as days gradually shorten.
Moonrise: Varies daily according to the tithi (lunar day) and moon’s waxing or waning phase.
Chandra Rashi Progression:
Kumbha (Aquarius) → Meena (Pisces) → Mesha (Aries) → Vrishabha (Taurus) → Mithuna (Gemini) → Karka (Cancer) → Simha (Leo) → Kanya (Virgo) → Tula (Libra) → Vrischika (Scorpio)
Astronomical Influence:
These lunar transitions govern daily panchang details such as nakshatra, yoga, and karana, affecting the auspiciousness of days and muhurats.
November 2025 also marks a shift toward colder, more serene energy — ideal for religious rituals, pilgrimages, and introspective practices.
This combination of celestial movement and seasonal change makes November 2025 spiritually significant, bridging the holy Kartika month with the sacred beginnings of Agrahayana (Margashirsha).
Complete List of Festivals, Vrats & Significant Days – November 2025
Below is a day-by-day compilation of all major Hindu festivals and observances for November 2025, combining both Ujjain and New Delhi data, ensuring regional accuracy.
The month of November 2025 is spiritually rich and filled with important festivals, fasts (vrats), and celestial transitions. Below is a day-by-day narrative detailing all key observances according to the Hindu calendar, blending both traditional and solar events observed in New Delhi.
November 1, 2025 (Saturday)
This day marks the observance of Kansa Vadh, commemorating Lord Krishna’s victory over the tyrant Kansa. It also marks the beginning of the sacred period known as Bhishma Panchak, observed during the last five days of the Kartika month. Additionally, Devutthana Ekadashi, also called Prabodhini Ekadashi, is celebrated on this day — it is believed that Lord Vishnu awakens from His four-month yogic sleep (Chaturmas). This day marks the end of the monsoon spiritual retreat for many ascetics and devotees.
Lunar Day (Tithi): Kartika Shukla Dashami–Ekadashi
November 2, 2025 (Sunday)
This day is especially auspicious for several important observances. Tulasi Vivah — the divine wedding of Goddess Tulasi with Lord Vishnu (Shaligram form) — takes place, signifying the ceremonial start of the Hindu marriage season. It also includes Gauna Devutthana Ekadashi and Vaishnava Devutthana Ekadashi, celebrated by different Vaishnava sects. Additionally, Yogeshwara Dwadashi and Tamasa Manvadi are observed for spiritual purification and honoring Lord Vishnu.
Lunar Day (Tithi): Kartika Shukla Dwadashi
November 3, 2025 (Monday)
A powerful day for Shaivite and Vishnu devotees alike. Vishweshwara Vrat and Soma Pradosh Vrat are performed in devotion to Lord Shiva, bringing peace and release from sins. Vaikuntha Chaturdashi is also observed on this day — a rare occasion when both Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva are worshipped together. Fasting and night vigil are common.
Lunar Day (Tithi): Kartika Shukla Trayodashi–Chaturdashi
November 4, 2025 (Tuesday)
Devotees take the Manikarnika Snan — a sacred dip in the holy Ganga, believed to wash away all sins. Kartika Chaumasi Chaudas (according to the Jain calendar) and Kartika Chaturdashi Vrat are also observed. The day is filled with prayers and offerings in anticipation of Kartika Purnima the following day.
Lunar Day (Tithi): Kartika Shukla Chaturdashi
November 5, 2025 (Wednesday)
This is one of the most auspicious days of the year — Dev Diwali, the “Festival of the Gods.” It is celebrated fifteen days after the human Diwali and signifies Lord Shiva’s victory over the demon Tripurasura. Riverbanks, especially of the Ganga, are lit up with thousands of lamps. The day also includes Bhishma Panchak Ends, Guru Nanak Jayanti, Pushkara Snana, Sri Satyanarayan Puja, Kartika Ratha Yatra, and Kartik Snan Samapti. Devotees conclude their Kartika month vows with fasting and charity.
Lunar Day (Tithi): Kartika Shukla Purnima
November 6, 2025 (Thursday)
This day marks the beginning of the Margashirsha (Agrahayana) month in the northern Hindu calendar. The Masik Karthigai festival is observed in Tamil Nadu, where lamps are lit in Lord Shiva’s honor. The Vedic observance of Ishti, involving small fire offerings, is also performed.
Lunar Day (Tithi): Margashirsha Krishna Pratipada
November 7, 2025 (Friday)
Rohini Vrat, an important Jain fast, is observed on this day. It is dedicated to seeking health, peace, and prosperity through restraint and spiritual focus.
Lunar Day (Tithi): Margashirsha Krishna Dwitiya
November 8, 2025 (Saturday)
This day features two auspicious observances — Ganadhipa Sankashti Chaturthi, a fast dedicated to Lord Ganesha for removal of obstacles, and Saubhagya Sundari Teej, celebrated by married women for their husband’s long life and prosperity.
Lunar Day (Tithi): Margashirsha Krishna Chaturthi
November 11, 2025 (Tuesday)
Masik Krishna Janmashtami is observed on this day, commemorating the birth of Lord Krishna according to the lunar cycle. Devotees observe fasting and perform devotional singing through the night.
Lunar Day (Tithi): Margashirsha Krishna Ashtami
November 12, 2025 (Wednesday)
Kalabhairav Jayanti, marking the birth of Lord Kalabhairava (a fierce form of Lord Shiva), is celebrated with great devotion, especially in Ujjain. Kalashtami and Budh Ashtami Vrat also fall on this day, observed for protection from negative energies and to honor Lord Shiva’s powerful aspect.
Lunar Day (Tithi): Margashirsha Krishna Ashtami
November 14, 2025 (Friday)
This date marks Nehru Jayanti and Children’s Day, celebrated nationally in India to honor the birth anniversary of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru.
Fixed Gregorian Date
November 15, 2025 (Saturday)
The sacred Utpanna Ekadashi is observed, which is associated with the origin of the Ekadashi Devi. Devotees fast on this day seeking liberation and forgiveness for past deeds.
Lunar Day (Tithi): Margashirsha Krishna Ekadashi
November 16, 2025 (Sunday)
Vrischika Sankranti occurs when the Sun enters the zodiac sign Scorpio (Vrischika Rashi). This solar event marks the transition toward deeper winter and is often accompanied by Surya Puja and donations (daan).
Solar Event
November 17, 2025 (Monday)
The Mandala Pooja period begins according to the Malayalam calendar. In the Hindu tradition, this day is also observed as Soma Pradosh Vrat, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Observers fast during the day and perform evening worship.
Lunar Day (Tithi): Margashirsha Krishna Trayodashi
November 18, 2025 (Tuesday)
Masik Shivaratri is observed, a monthly night dedicated to Lord Shiva. Devotees fast, remain awake through the night, and offer milk and bilva leaves to the Shiva Lingam.
Lunar Day (Tithi): Margashirsha Krishna Chaturdashi
November 19, 2025 (Wednesday)
This is the day of Darsha Amavasya, also known as Margashirsha Krishna Amavasya. It marks the New Moon, an auspicious time for Pitru Tarpan (ancestral offerings) and meditation.
Lunar Day (Tithi): Amavasya
November 20, 2025 (Thursday)
Anvadhan and Gauri Tapo Vrat are observed on this day. Devotees honor Goddess Parvati through fasting and worship. It is also the continuation of Margashirsha Amavasya observances.
Lunar Day (Tithi): Amavasya
November 21, 2025 (Friday)
The Chandra Darshan, the sighting of the new moon crescent, takes place on this day. The day also marks the beginning of Hemant Ritu, signaling the full onset of winter. Ishti rituals are performed in the Vedic tradition for inner cleansing.
Lunar Day (Tithi): Margashirsha Shukla Pratipada
November 22, 2025 (Saturday)
Continuation of Chandra Darshana rituals for those who could not observe it the previous evening. Devotees often begin new undertakings on this day as it symbolizes renewal.
Lunar Day (Tithi): Margashirsha Shukla Dwitiya
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Vinayaka Chaturthi (also known as Chaturthi Vrat) is celebrated with prayers to Lord Ganesha. Being a Monday, devotees also perform Somvar Vrat, dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Lunar Day (Tithi): Margashirsha Shukla Chaturthi
November 25, 2025 (Tuesday)
The day of Vivah Panchami, celebrating the divine marriage of Lord Rama and Goddess Sita in Mithila. In South India, it is also observed as Naga Panchami (Telugu tradition). Devotees perform pujas and recite the Ramayana Katha.
Lunar Day (Tithi): Margashirsha Shukla Panchami
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
This day is significant for multiple observances — Subrahmanya Sashti, Champa Shashthi, and Skanda Sashti, all dedicated to Lord Kartikeya (Murugan). These are celebrated with fasting, pujas, and temple processions.
Lunar Day (Tithi): Margashirsha Shukla Shashthi
November 28, 2025 (Friday)
The day of Masik Durgashtami, also known as Durga Ashtami Vrat, is devoted to Goddess Durga. Devotees fast, recite Durga Saptashati, and seek divine strength and protection.
Lunar Day (Tithi): Margashirsha Shukla Ashtami
November 30, 2025 (Sunday)
Observed as National Flag Day, this date holds national importance in India. Although not a religious observance, it is marked in the calendar as a day of patriotic respect.
Fixed Gregorian Date
The month of November 2025 harmoniously bridges two sacred lunar periods — Kartika and Margashirsha (Agrahayana). It is filled with divine events like Dev Diwali, Tulasi Vivah, Kalabhairav Jayanti, and Vivah Panchami, making it a spiritually fulfilling time. Each day offers unique opportunities for devotion, self-reflection, and gratitude as winter’s calm sets in across India.
Astronomical & Panchang Notes
Tithis: Start from Kartika Shukla Dashami and end at Margashirsha Shukla Dashami.
Nakshatras with Ganda Mool Phases:
Nov 3–5 (Uttara Bhadrapada)
Nov 11–13 (Mula)
Nov 21–23 (Ashlesha)
Notable Solar Events:
Vrischika Sankranti – Sun enters Scorpio on Nov 16, 2025, marking the transition to colder days in India.
Ritu Parivartan (Seasonal Change):
Hemant Ritu begins officially around Nov 21, signaling early winter.
Major Observances Explained
1. Devutthana Ekadashi (Nov 1)
Also known as Prabodhini Ekadashi, this day marks the end of the Chaturmas period. Lord Vishnu wakes from his four-month Yog Nidra. It’s an auspicious time for marriages and spiritual ceremonies.
2. Tulasi Vivah (Nov 2)
The divine wedding of Goddess Tulasi and Lord Vishnu (in the form of Shaligram). Symbolizes the beginning of the Hindu marriage season.
3. Dev Diwali & Kartika Purnima (Nov 5)
The “Festival of the Gods,” celebrated fifteen days after Diwali, marking Lord Shiva’s triumph over Tripurasura. Devotees light lamps on riverbanks and perform Ganga snan and Satyanarayan Puja.
4. Kalabhairav Jayanti (Nov 12)
Observed on the Krishna Ashtami tithi, dedicated to Lord Kalabhairava, the fierce manifestation of Lord Shiva. It’s especially significant in Ujjain (Kal Bhairav Temple).
5. Utpanna Ekadashi (Nov 15)
This Ekadashi commemorates the birth of the Ekadashi Devi, believed to protect devotees from sin and negative karma.
6. Vivah Panchami (Nov 25)
Marks the divine marriage of Lord Rama and Goddess Sita, celebrated grandly in Mithila (Janakpur) and parts of North India.
7. Skanda / Champa Shashthi (Nov 26)
Dedicated to Lord Kartikeya (Murugan), who defeated Tarakasura. Observed mainly in Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka.
8. Masik Durgashtami (Nov 28)
A monthly observance of Goddess Durga’s power. Devotees fast and perform puja for protection and strength.
Regional & Cultural Significance
North India: Dev Diwali, Tulsi Vivah, Kartika Snan, and Vivah Panchami dominate observances.
South India: Skanda Sashti and Masik Karthigai are particularly significant.
Jain Traditions: Kartika Chaumasi Chaudas and Rohini Vrat fall this month.
Sikh Observance: Guru Nanak Jayanti (Nov 5, 2025) marks the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji.
Auspicious Month: November 2025 blends Kartika’s holiness and Margashirsha’s serenity.
Spiritual Focus: Devotion, charity, pilgrimage (snan, daan), and ritual purity.
Seasonal Transition: From Diwali’s festivity to winter’s calm, a spiritually cleansing phase in Hindu life.
