The tradition of filling the Khoicha (carrot) for Goddess Durga during Sharadiya Navratri is centuries old. This day is considered special among the nine days of Navratri, when married women fill the Khoicha for Goddess Durga. This year, the auspicious time and date for filling the Khoicha are as follows:

Day and Auspicious Time for Filling the Khoicha
This year, the auspicious time for filling the Khoicha will be on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. The auspicious time for filling the Khoicha is after sunrise, from approximately 6:15 am to 7:25 am, which is considered an auspicious time. The best time for filling the Khoicha is during the second half of the day, from 9:15 am to 11:59 am. Alternative time: If you cannot fill the Khoicha during these auspicious times, you can fill the Khoicha any time until 1:54 pm.

Learn the dates and significance of this Navratri here.
Navratri begins on September 22, 2025, and concludes on Dussehra, October 2, 2025. Maha Ashtami will be celebrated on September 30, and Maha Navami on October 1. Nine forms of Goddess Durga are worshipped during Navratri, and each day holds special significance.

To follow the tradition of filling Maa Durga's Khoicha during Sharadiya Navratri, you must do so on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, during the auspicious time. This is an important occasion when married women can pray for the protection and prosperity of their husbands by filling the Khoicha with Maa Durga.

Filling the Khoicha is considered a symbol of auspiciousness in the Sanatan tradition, and it is given at the time of farewell, symbolizing auspiciousness and well-being.

Required Ingredients for Filling the Khoicha
Women use special ingredients to fill the Khoicha. It includes items like Arwa rice, five betel nuts, five betel leaves, cosmetics, turmeric, durva grass, money, sweets, and clothes. With moistened eyes, prayers are offered for the welfare of the world by placing these items in the khoicha of Goddess Durga.

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