Thu Jan 02 06:09:46 UTC 2025: ## 2025 Hindu Calendar: Auspicious Start to the Year, Key Festival Dates Announced

**NEW DELHI** – The Hindu New Year 2025 will begin on Wednesday, January 1st, with Mars as both the ruling and ministerial planet, according to astrological predictions. The first major festival of the year will be Makar Sankranti, marking the end of *kharmas* (inauspicious period) and the beginning of auspicious activities as the Sun enters the Capricorn zodiac sign in January.

A detailed Hindu calendar for 2025 has been released, outlining key festival dates including Navratri, Holi, Karwa Chauth, Diwali, Raksha Bandhan, Chhath Puja, Basant Panchami, and Maha Shivratri. (Specific dates were not provided in the source material and would need to be added here from a reliable calendar.)

While the calendar provides anticipated dates for these significant religious observances, it’s important to note that this information is based on astrological beliefs and predictions. ABPLive.com does not endorse or verify the accuracy of this information. Consult relevant experts before acting on any of the provided dates or beliefs.

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