Navratri 2025 Day 6 will be celebrated on September 27, 2025, dedicated to the worship of Maa Katyayani, the sixth form of Goddess Durga. She is regarded as the embodiment of courage, success, and mental peace. Devotees believe that sincere prayers to Maa Katyayani bring strength, confidence, and blessings in life.
The Divine Form of Maa Katyayani
Maa Katyayani appears in her sixth form adorned in yellow or grey attire. She has four hands – holding a trident (Trishul), a sword (Khadga), a lotus flower, and displaying the blessing mudra (Var Mudra). Her vehicle is a lion, symbolizing bravery, fearlessness, and determination.
Puja Vidhi (Worship Method)
- Auspicious Color: Grey is considered the lucky color for this day. Devotees wear grey-colored clothes during the puja.
- Kalash Sthapana: The worship begins with Kalash Sthapana, filling the pot with water, flowers, and betel nut to invite the goddess.
- Offerings: Maa Katyayani is offered fruits, sweets, jaggery, and pure water as prasad.
- Bhakti and Devotion: Devotees perform puja with complete faith and meditate for mental peace and spiritual growth.
Mantra & Aarti
Chanting Maa Katyayani’s mantra is believed to remove obstacles and grant divine blessings:
“Om Katyayani Mahamaye, Mahayoginyadheeshwari,
Nandgopasutam Devi, Patim Me Kuru Tejasi.”
Singing Maa Katyayani’s aarti fills the home with positive energy, peace, and prosperity.
Significance of Maa Katyayani Puja
- Worshipping Maa Katyayani enhances courage, self-confidence, and inner strength.
- The puja brings harmony, happiness, and spiritual progress within families.
- This day is especially important for those facing challenges in life or starting new ventures.
Guidance for the Day
- Wear grey clothes to align with the auspicious energy.
- Keep the home and puja space clean and decorated.
- Chant Maa Katyayani’s mantras and bhajans to invite divine energy.
- Pray with full devotion for peace, success, and blessings.
Conclusion
The sixth day of Navratri 2025, dedicated to Maa Katyayani, is a symbol of divine strength and positivity. With true devotion, meditation, and faith, her worship can bring spiritual upliftment, prosperity, and inner peace to devotees.
