Sharad Navratri 2026 Day 6: Worship and Rituals Dedicated to Maa Katyayani
Sharad Navratri Day 6, observed on October 16, 2026, is dedicated to Maa Katyayani, the sixth form of Goddess Durga. Devotees worship her for courage, strength, protection, and the triumph of good over evil. Traditional rituals include cleaning the puja area, offering honey and seasonal fruits, chanting mantras, and wearing green, the day's symbolic color. Maa Katyayani is revered as a warrior goddess who defeated the demon Mahishasura, and her blessings are sought for overcoming obstacles and spiritual growth during Navratri.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–78/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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economictimes broke this story on 15 Oct, 04:07 pm. Other outlets followed.