New Delhi: The sacred days of Navratri conclude on the ninth day (Navami Tithi), which is considered highly auspicious and favourable. On this day, devotees worship Maa Durga in her Siddhidatri form. With deep devotion, they observe fasting, perform havan, and especially organise Kanya Pujan. According to tradition, young girls are regarded as the embodiment of the Goddess, and worshipping them pleases Maa Durga, bringing happiness, prosperity, and divine blessings into one’s life.
This year, Sharadiya Navratri Navami Tithi falls on October 1 (Wednesday). The ritual of Kanya Pujan performed on this day is significant not only from a religious perspective but also from a social and cultural standpoint. It serves as a beautiful occasion to honour feminine power and the innocence of childho