Navratri 2025 Day 6: The sixth day of Navratri in 2025 falls on September 27. This vibrant nine-day Hindu festival began on September 22 and will culminate on October 2. Throughout Navratri, devotees worship Maa Durga and her nine divine forms, collectively known as the Navdurgas. On the sixth day, called Shashti Tithi, special reverence is given to Maa Katyayani.
Who is Maa Katyayani? Understanding Her Importance
Maa Katyayani is a powerful incarnation of Goddess Parvati. Legend holds that she emerged to defeat the demon Mahishasura. Recognized as the fierce Warrior Goddess, this form of Parvati symbolizes courage, strength, and triumph over evil.
- Maa Katyayani is worshipped specifically on the sixth day of Navratri.
- She embodies bravery and is believed to bless devotees with harmony and favorable marriage prospects.
- The goddess is associated with the planet Brihaspati.
- She is depicted riding a majestic lion, with four hands—holding a lotus and sword in her left, while her right hands express protection (Abhaya Mudra) and blessings (Varada Mudra).
- Her name comes from Sage Katya’s household, where she is said to have been born.
Navratri 2025 Day 6: Puja Timings and Auspicious Muhurat
According to Drik Panchang, the key timings to keep in mind for worship on September 27 are:
- Shukla Shashthi Start: 12:03 PM
- Shukla Shashthi End: 2:27 PM (September 28)
- Anuradha Nakshatra: Until 1:08 AM (September 28)
- Brahma Muhurta: 4:36 AM to 5:24 AM
- Abhijit Muhurta: 11:48 AM to 12:36 PM
- Vijaya Muhurta: 2:12 PM to 3:00 PM
- Amrit Kalam: 1:26 PM to 3:14 PM
The Significance of Grey: Navratri Day 6 Colour
Grey is the sacred color for this day. Symbolizing emotional balance and groundedness, wearing grey during the worship of Maa Katyayani helps devotees stay calm, centered, and connected to inner strength.
Rituals, Offerings, and Puja Essentials on Shashti
Devotees should rise early, take a purifying bath, and clean their prayer space before adorning new clothes in the grey shade. The puja involves lighting a diya, decorating the idol with garlands and vermilion, and offering shringar items to please Maa Katyayani.
Typical offerings include:
- Meetha paan (sweet betel leaf)
- Five seasonal fruits
- Plain honey or simple sweets
These offerings symbolize harmony and balanced energy. Reciting the Durga Saptashati Path and performing a hawan (sacred fire ritual) are also integral parts of the worship.
Essential Mantras and Prayers for Maa Katyayani
Puja Mantra
Om Devi Katyayanyai Namah॥
Prayer (Prarthana)
Chandrahasojjvalakara Shardulavaravahana।
Katyayani Shubham Dadyad Devi Danavaghatini॥
Hymn (Stuti)
Ya Devi Sarvabhuteshu Ma Katyayani Rupena Samsthita।
Namastasyai Namastasyai Namastasyai Namo Namah॥
