Devi Kalratri (also spelt as Kaalratri) is the seventh form of Goddess Durga, celebrated during Navratri. During Navratri 2023, Maa Kalaratri will be worshipped on October 21.  As you observe the seventh day of the Navratri 2023 festival, we at LatestLY have brought together all the important details about worshipping Devi Kalratri on this day. From the right Kaalratri mantra to her favourite flowers and bhog, here's everything you must know about. Navratri 2023 Day 7 Colour Grey: Priyanka Chopra and Madhuri Dixit's Outfit That Will Inspire You To Wear This Colour.

Maa Kalaratri Puja Mantra

Maa Kaalratri is often depicted with a fierce appearance associated with destroying ignorance, darkness, and evil forces. Chanting her mantra is believed to invoke her protective and transformative energies. The primary mantra for Devi Kalratri is ॐ देवी कालरात्र्यै नमः॥ (Om Devi Kalratryai Namah).  Devi Kalratri is the fierce and destructive form of Goddess Durga. She is believed to destroy ignorance and darkness, symbolising the victory of good over evil. Worshipping her is thought to bring protection and the removal of negative energies. Navratri 2023 Day 6 – Maa Katyayani Puja: Know All About the Sixth Form of Maa Durga Worshipped on the 6th Day of Navratri.

Kalaratri Devi Mantra (File Image)

Maa Kalaratri Puja Bhog and Vidhi

Red and orange flowers, like marigolds, are often offered to Devi Kalratri during the puja. Devotees offer sweets, fruits, and various vegetarian dishes to the goddess. She is particularly pleased with honey, so it’s common to include honey-based sweets in the offerings. The preferred colour associated with Devi Kalratri is **Blue**. Devotees often dress in blue attire and decorate the puja area with blue flowers and decorations.

Devi Kalratri is worshipped on the seventh day of Navratri. Her fierce form is believed to dispel fear and grant courage to her devotees. This puja is significant for those seeking protection, strength, and the elimination of negative influences in their lives.

Kalaratri Devi (File Image)

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Wishing everyone a Happy Seventh Day of Navratri 2023!

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