Navratri 2024: Worship of Maa Katyayani (Day 6)

Puja Vidhi (Worship Procedure)

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Shubh Muhurat

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Maa Katyayani

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Bhog and Color of the Day

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Chant mantras for blessings and perform the Aarti

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Navratri 2024: Worship of Maa Katyayani (Day 6)

– Devotees honor Maa Katyayani, the sixth form of Goddess Durga. – This day is auspicious for blessings of marital happiness and victory over enemies.

Puja Vidhi (Worship Procedure)

Shubh Muhurat

– The auspicious time for puja is 11:40 AM to 12:30 PM. – Performing the puja during this time maximizes the blessings.

Maa Katyayani

Bhog and Color of the Day

Chant mantras for blessings and perform the Aarti

Mantras and Aarti

"सर्व मंगल मांगल्ये शिवे सर्वार्थसाधिके…"

Aarti ends the puja, invoking divine grace and protection.