- By Kashish Rai
- Wed, 21 May 2025 04:12 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Nautapa 2025 or Navtapura is the name given to the intense summer heat that occurs when the Sun comes closest to Earth. The yearly nine-day interval begins with the arrival of the Sun in the Rohini Nakshatra, which usually elevates extreme temperatures. This period is characterised by the intense heat caused by sunlight.
Check out all the significant information regarding the start and end date and important dos and don’ts that must be followed during this period.
Nautapa 2025: Start And End Date
On May 25 at 3:27 AM, the Sun will move into Rohini Nakshatra and stay there for 15 days until June 8, when it will shift to Mrigashira Nakshatra. During this time, expect some serious heat, as the Sun gets a lot more active in Rohini.
- Nautapa 2025 Start Date: 25th May 2025, Sunday
- Nautapa 2025 End Date: 8th June 2025, Sunday
Nautapa 2025: Dos And Don’ts To Follow During Nautapa
- The Sun God is worshipped during Nautapa. Rise early, bathe and offer water to the Sun. This is auspicious and is considered to bring blessings from the Sun God.
- Chanting the Aditya Hridaya Stotra is exceptionally effective during Nautapa. It helps to strengthen mental power, gain positivity, calm your mind and helps you to have strength to overcome difficulties with courage and determination.
Nautapa refers to the nine-day period of peak Summer season, when the Sun enters Rohini Nakshatra, leading to elevated temperatures and scorching heat waves. (Image Source: Canva)
- If someone comes to you during Nautapa and requests help, don't let them leave without giving them something. You should help them within your means. It is said that this type of charity will yield good results.
- Abstain from consuming garlic, brinjal and all kinds of non-vegetarian foods during Nautapa. During these hot temperatures, try including more fruits and water for nutrition to help cool you down.
- It is very meritorious to provide water to the thirsty during Nautapa, either on an individual basis or you could set up a water station for others passing by. Giving charitable acts to others during these 9 days of Nautapa is very rewarding and spiritually beneficial.
(Disclaimer: This content includes advice providing generic information only. It is in no way a substitute for qualified spiritual or astrological opinion. Always consult a specialist for more information before adopting any measures.)
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