Why Maa Katyayani is Worshipped on the 6th Day of Navratri

Why Maa Katyayani is Worshipped on the 6th Day of Navratri

The mysterious story of Maa Katyayani on Navratri Day 6, unveil her hidden powers, cosmic role, and the divine blessings she showers on devotees.
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Shocking Truth: Maa Katyayani’s Puja Can Change Destiny

The 6th Day of Navratri is one of the most powerful and spiritually uplifting days of this sacred festival. Dedicated to Maa Katyayani, also known as Mahishasuramardini, this day celebrates courage, strength, and victory over negativity. According to legends, Maa Katyayani was born to Sage Katyayan and later took her fierce warrior form to slay the demon king Mahishasura, restoring peace and balance in the universe.

On this day, devotees worship Maa Katyayani with deep devotion, offering honey as bhog, which symbolizes sweetness, harmony, and prosperity. Worshipping her is especially significant for unmarried girls, as it is believed to remove obstacles in marriage and relationships. She blesses her devotees with inner strength, protection from fear, and success in life.

Adding to the divine atmosphere, the Navratri colour for Day 6 in 2025 is Red, symbolizing power, passion, and energy. Devotees wear red attire during puja and while performing Garba and Dandiya Raas, which fill the night with joy, music, and spiritual energy.

Maa Katyayani

When Maa Katyayani’s Strength Met Maa Baglamukhi’s Shield

When Maa Katyayani defeated Mahishasura, it’s said that traces of his negative energy still lingered. To protect her devotees from unseen dangers, Maa Baglamukhi appeared and promised: “Your worshippers will gain courage through you, but with my hawan, their victory will remain unshakable.”

That’s why devotees believe Katyayani awakens strength, while Baglamukhi’s hawan shields that strength from enemies, disputes, and negativity.

This Navratri, performing Maa Baglamukhi Hawan along with Katyayani’s worship is believed to bring unstoppable courage and lasting peace.

The 6th Day of Navratri is not just about rituals but about embracing positivity, courage, and divine blessings. Want to know the complete story, bhog details, and rituals of this day? Read the full blog now! 

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Abhishek Mishra Astrologer
Astrologer Abhishek Mishra, Vedic expert from Indore, with 8 years’ experience and 20,000+ consultations, specializes in Prashna Kundli guidance
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