The ninth day of Chaitra Navratri is dedicated to Goddess Siddhi-datri, considered the presiding deity of power and accomplishments. This year, Mahanavami falls on Sunday, April 6th, and devotees are offering prayers with utmost devotion to Mother Siddhi-datri on this auspicious occasion. Mother Siddhi-datri is considered the ninth form of Goddess Durga. She is seated on a lotus and is known as the bestower of all accomplishments. According to the Markandeya Purana, the eight Siddhis – Anima, Mahima, Garima, Laghima, Prapti, Prakamyam, Isitva, and Vashitva – are attained through her grace.
Lord Shiva also attained Siddhis through Mother Siddhi-datri's grace
According to religious beliefs, Lord Shiva also attained these eight Siddhis through the grace of Mother Siddhi-datri, and that is why he is known as Ardhanarishwar. This is why special worship of the Mother on Mahanavami grants the devotee spiritual strength and spiritual elevation.
Offer these beloved offerings to the Mother
On Mahanavami, Puri (fried bread), Chana (chickpeas), Halwa (sweet pudding), Kheer (rice pudding), seasonal fruits, and coconut are offered to Goddess Siddhi-datri. It is believed that these offerings are extremely dear to the Mother, and offering them fulfills desires.
Special Mantra Chanting on Mahanavami
On this special day, devotees should chant the following mantra 21 times to receive the Mother's complete grace:
"Om Aim Hrim Klim Chamundayai Vicche.
Om Glaum Hum Klim Joon Sah Jvalaya Jvalaya Jval Jval Prajval Prajval Aim Hrim Klim Chamundayai Vicche Jval Ham San Lam Ksham Phat Swaha."
Mahanavami Tithi and Puja's Auspicious Muhurat (Time)
Navami Tithi Begins: 7:26 PM on Saturday, April 5th
Navami Tithi Ends: 7:22 PM on Sunday, April 6th
Auspicious Muhurat for Kanya Puja (Worship of Young Girls)
First Muhurat: 7:40 AM to 9:14 AM
Second Muhurat: 10:49 AM to 12:23 PM
Significance of Navami
The Navami Tithi of Chaitra Navratri symbolizes the culmination of Shakti worship. On this day, worshipping young girls as the Goddess, feeding them, and giving them gifts is considered especially meritorious. Thus, Mahanavami is not just a day of worship, but a festival for attaining spiritual accomplishment and success in all areas of life. The worship of Mother Siddhi-datri not only provides spiritual strength but also helps in resolving difficulties in life.
