Champa Shashthi 2025: Date, Significance, Rituals & Puja Vidhi

Champa Shashthi is an important six-day Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Khandoba, an avatar of Lord Shiva. Celebrated mainly in Maharashtra and Karnataka, this festival honors Lord Khandoba’s victory over demons Malla and Mani, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil.

Date and Timing

In 2025, Champa Shashti will be observed on November 26, coinciding with the Shashti tithi of the Shukla Paksha in the Margashirsha month. The festivities begin from Amavasya (new moon) and culminate on Champa Shashthi day.

Significance

Champa Shashti signifies the victory of Lord Khandoba over evil forces, bringing peace, protection, and prosperity to devotees. This festival highlights righteousness and the power of devotion to overcome negativity.

Rituals and Worship

• Devotees wake up early, take a bath, and visit Shiva temples.

• The Shivling or Khandoba idol is bathed with milk, water, and honey, and adorned with flowers and bilva leaves.

• Special mantras are chanted, including ॐ मार्तंडाय मल्लहारी नमो नमः, to invoke divine blessings.

• Nine oil lamps are lit to dispel negative planetary influences.

• Offerings include fruits, turmeric, red roses, and sweets made from jaggery and millet.

• Donations like brinjal and millet to the needy are considered auspicious for avoiding opposition and gaining social goodwill.

• Devotees participate in bhajans, kirtans, and cultural programs at temples, especially at Jejuri, the prominent Khandoba shrine.

Spiritual Importance

The festival fosters faith, self-discipline, and community harmony. Fasting and prayers during Champa Shashthi are believed to purify the mind and soul, bringing blessings for health, wealth, and happiness.

Champa Shasthi is a vibrant expression of devotion and cultural heritage where devotees celebrate the divine victory of Lord Khandoba. Participating in its rituals deepens spiritual connection and encourages living a life guided by righteousness and devotion.