Navratri 2025: 9 avatars of goddess durga

Navratri, meaning “nine nights,” is a vibrant Hindu festival honouring Goddess Durga and her nine divine forms. Across India, homes and temples come alive with colourful decorations, traditional dances like Garba and Dandiya, devotional songs, and festive rituals. Each day celebrates a different avatar of the Goddess, symbolizing strength, wisdom, and prosperity. (Source: Photo by wikipedia and ai genrated images )

Ma Shailputri: The daughter of the mountains, she represents strength and devotion. She rides a bull and holds a trident and lotus. (Source: Photo by wikipedia and ai genrated images )

Ma Brahmacharini: Symbol of penance and perseverance. She carries a rosary and a kamandalu, inspiring spiritual growth and discipline. (Source: Photo by wikipedia and ai genrated images )

Ma Chandraghanta: Known for her bell shaped moon on her forehead, she symbolizes bravery and removes obstacles and fears. (Source: Photo by wikipedia and ai genrated images )

Ma Kushmanda: Believed to have created the universe with her divine smile, she brings light, energy, and vitality into life. (Source: Photo by wikipedia and ai genrated images )

Ma Skandamata: The mother of Lord Kartikeya (Skanda), she represents motherly love and protection, blessing devotees with wisdom. (Source: Photo by wikipedia and ai genrated images )

Ma Katyayini: Born as the warrior goddess to defeat the demon Mahishasura, she is worshipped for courage and victory over negativity. (Source: Photo by wikipedia and ai genrated images )

Ma Kalaratri: Known as the fiercest form of Durga, she destroys evil and removes darkness, bringing protection and fearlessness. (Source: Photo by wikipedia and ai genrated images )

Ma Mahagauri: She is radiant and compassionate, symbolizing purity, serenity, and peace. Devotees seek forgiveness and spiritual progress. (Source: Photo by wikipedia and ai genrated images )

Ma Siddhidatri: The granter of siddhis (spiritual powers), she blesses devotees with wisdom, prosperity, and spiritual fulfilment. (Source: Photo by wikipedia and ai genrated images )