- By Kashish Rai
- Thu, 03 Oct 2024 01:37 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Shardiya Navratri 2024: Mata Vaishno Devi Katra, nestled in the Trikuta Mountains is a revered Hindu pilgrimage site. During Shardiya Navratri, devotees throng to seek Goddess Vaishno Devi's blessings. The temple represents the feminine divine, embodying strength and spiritual growth. Aarti, a ritualistic prayer, holds immense significance here. The Hawan and Aarti ceremonies, performed twice daily, invoke the Goddess's presence, purifying the mind and soul. Participating in aarti during Navratri amplifies spiritual benefits, granting devotees protection, prosperity, and inner peace. The chanting of sacred mantras, accompanied by vibrant music and lights, creates an enchanting atmosphere, immersing devotees in divine energy.
Devotees can visit Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine at Katra to attend the aarti or watch the live broadcast on TV or Live streaming on the internet. Check out the timings for Vaishno Devi Aarti below:
Shardiya Navratri 2024: Vaishno Devi Katra Aarti Timings
- Morning Attka Aarti Timings During Shardiya Navratri 2024: 6:20 AM - 8:00 AM
- Evening Attika Aarti Timings During Shardiya Navratri 2024: 6:20 PM 8:00 PM
Shardiya Navratri 2024: Vaishno Devi Katra Aarti Live Streaming And Broadcast
Devotees can watch the Live Television Broadcast of Mata Vaishno Devi Aarti on Shraddha MH1 Channel or stream it online via Shraddha MH1's official YouTube channel.
Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine embodies divine feminine power, spiritual growth, and eternal blessings and protection. (Image Source: Instagram)
Shardiya Navratri 2024: Navratri Celebrations At Mata Vaishno Devi Katra
During Shardiya Navratri, Mata Vaishno Devi Katra transforms into a vibrant hub of spiritual fervour. The festivities commence with the invocation of Goddess Vaishno Devi, followed by elaborate pujas, havans, and yagnas. Devotees participate in morning and evening aartis, singing hymns and chanting sacred mantras. The temple is decorated with flowers, lights, and colourful decorations, creating an enchanting atmosphere. Special Navratri pujas, including the Shatchandi Yagna and Shodashopachara Puja, are performed to invoke the Goddess's blessings.
The celebrations reach their crescendo on the eighth and ninth days, with thousands of devotees participating in the Mahanavami and Navami Havan. The Navratri festivities conclude with the Vijayadashami ceremony, marking the triumph of good over evil. Devotees offer prayers, perform rituals, and seek the Goddess's blessings for prosperity, health, and happiness. The shrine board also invites singers and bhajan artists to perform at Mata’s Bhawan and Darbar to make the devotees enjoy Navratri festivities to the fullest.