- By Kashish Rai
- Thu, 03 Apr 2025 06:30 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Chaitra Navratri 2025 Day 7: Goddess Kaalratri is worshipped on the seventh day of Navratri. This year, the 7th day of Chaitra Navratri falls on 4th April 2025. Maa Kaalratri is believed to embody the power of time and darkness. With her dark complexion and untied hair, she rides a black donkey symbolising her role as the destroyer of ignorance and remover of inauspiciousness. Her four hands hold a scimitar and thunderbolt, while the other two offer blessings and protection. The three eyes of Maa Kaalratri shine like lightning, radiating fury. Flames emanate from her nostrils as the fierce goddess breathes.
Check out the colour, bhog, mantra, vrat katha, shubh muhurat and puja vidhi to worship the divine goddess below:
Chaitra Navratri 2025 Day 7: Colour
The colour associated with the seventh day of Navratri is Grey, which symbolises courage, balance and impartiality.
Chaitra Navratri 2025 Day 7: Bhog
Devotees can offer Jaggery (Gur) to Maa Kaalratri as bhog on the seventh day of Chaitra Navratri.
Chaitra Navratri 2025 Day 7: Mantra
ओम ऐं ह्रीं क्लीं चामुण्डायै विच्चै ऊं कालरात्रि दैव्ये नम:
Om Ain Hreem Kleem Chamundayai Vicchai Om Kalratri Daivye Namah
Chaitra Navratri 2025 Day 7: Vrat Katha
According to legend, two powerful demons, Shumbh and Nishumbh caused havoc across the three worlds, causing chaos and destruction. Despite numerous attempts, no Lord or demigod could defeat them and the situation worsened daily. Desperate for help, Lord Indra and other divine beings approached Maa Parvati, who created Maa Chandi to slay the demons. Maa Chandi fearlessly battled Shumbh and Nishumbh, ultimately defeating them.
However, she struggled with Chanda, Munda and Raktabeej due to their powerful boons. To overcome this challenge, Maa Chandi transformed into the fierce form of Maa Kaalratri. She successfully slayed Chanda and Munda, earning her the name Chamunda. Maa Kaalratri then devised a strategy to defeat Raktabeej, who had a special boon that allowed him to create clones from his blood. She drank his blood as she fought him, preventing any drops from falling to the ground and finally eliminated him, restoring peace to the universe.
Worshipping Maa Kalratri on the seventh day of Navratri is believed to bring immense blessings, including the destruction of ignorance, negativity and fear. It is believed that Maa Kaalratri grants devotees freedom from unnecessary fears and worries, helping them navigate life's challenges. Her worship is especially important for those seeking protection from evil influences and spiritual progress as she provides strength, courage and protection against misfortune and danger.
The fierce manifestation of Devi Parvati - Mata Kaalratri is worshipped on the seventh day of Navratri. (Image Source: Canva)
Chaitra Navratri 2025 Day 7: Shubh Muhurat
- Brahma Muhurat: 04:36 AM to 05:22 AM
- Pratah Sandhya: 04:59 AM to 06:08 AM
- Abhijit Muhurat: 11:59 AM to 12:49 PM
- Amrit Kaal: 07:33 PM to 09:07 PM
Chaitra Navratri 2025 Day 7: Puja Vidhi
To worship Maa Kaalratri, start by gathering some essential items. You'll need hibiscus flowers, ghee, lamps, leaves from the Shami tree and jaggery. Light a diya and incense sticks in front of the Goddess to symbolise purity and enlightenment. Offer her fresh flowers, fruits, rice, holy water and dried fruits as a sign of respect and devotion.
Now, recite the Maa Kaalratri mantra and perform aarti in front of the Goddess. You can also recite the Durga Chalisa or Durga Saptashati and sing devotional songs like bhajans and strotras. To conclude the puja, pray to Maa Kaalratri for strength, courage and protection. Offer prayers to her to guide you through life's challenges and keep you safe from harm.
(Disclaimer: This content includes advice providing generic information only. It is in no way a substitute for qualified spiritual or astrological opinion. Always consult a specialist for more information before adopting any measures.)