The sacred ritual of Kumari Puja, also known as Kanya Puja, Kumarika Puja, or Kanjak Puja, will be observed today. Celebrated during Durga Puja and Navratri, the tradition holds deep spiritual importance as young girls are revered as living embodiments of Goddess Durga.

The word “Kumari” refers to unmarried girls, who are honoured as symbols of purity and divine feminine energy. Scriptures suggest that Kumari Puja should ideally be performed every day of Navratri. On the first day, one girl is worshipped, and with each following day, the number increases by nine, until the last day. However, many devotees prefer to perform the ritual on either Ashtami (eighth day) or Navami (ninth day).

Why is Kumari Puja significant?

Kumari Puja highlights the spiritual power and sanctity of feminine

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