Navratri 2026 Day 4: Worship of Maa Kushmanda with Rituals and Significance
Navratri 2026 Day 4, observed on October 14, honors Maa Kushmanda, the fourth form of Goddess Durga, revered as the creator of the universe through her divine smile. Devotees wear royal blue, the day's symbolic color, and perform traditional puja rituals including offerings of malpua and petha. Worship involves prayers for health, prosperity, and positivity, with puja timings varying by region. Maa Kushmanda is depicted with eight arms and rides a lion, symbolizing strength and courage, embodying cosmic energy and new beginnings.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–78/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
economictimes broke this story on 13 Oct, 07:13 pm. Other outlets followed.