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Navaratri is one of the most auspicious and vibrant festivals celebrated in Hinduism. During this time, devotees pray to Goddess Durga (the divine feminine energy) and her nine forms of manifestation. This year, Navaratri has begun from September 22, 2025 and will conclude on October 2, 2025.
Navaratri Day 6: Significance
According to the publication of Harishyam, the sixth day of the Navratri, on September 27, 2025, is devoted to worshipping Goddess Katyayani. She is depicted as holding the wields of a sword and a lotus blossom in each of her four hands, while the other hands are in the Abhay Mudra(hand gesture symbolising fearlessness, protection and peace). She has a golden complexion and rides a lion. Since Goddess Katyayan