Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished the country on the fourth day of Chaitra Navratri, highlighting the strong feelings that this day instills in believers.
Sharing on X, PM Modi said, "Worshiping Maa Ambe during Navratri makes all the devotees emotional." Sharing along with his post, he also posted a devotional song dedicated to the Mother Goddess and said, "This prayer dedicated to the forms of Goddess Mother gives a supernatural experience. You too listen to…"
The song, 'Amba Stavam by 9 Ambas', has been sung by nine young girls in reverence to the Goddess.
As per the Hindu calendar, both the fourth and fifth days of Navratri fell on Wednesday. On this day, devotees prayed to Goddess Durga in her forms of Mata Kushmanda and Mata Skandamata.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister also posted Sanskrit shlokas and made individual posts on X. While speaking of his awe, he said, "I pray to Maa Kushmanda, the fourth manifestation of Goddess Shakti, the bestower of perfections and treasures, to give happiness and prosperity to all devotees and people of the state."
In another update, he wrote, "Worshipping Skandamata, the fifth incarnation of Adishakti Maa Durga, sets the path for development and growth. I pray to Jagatjanani that your blessings continue to be on the whole world and everyone is blessed. Jai Maa Skandamata!"
In Hindu mythology, Mata Kushmanda is worshipped as the cosmic creator whose bright smile is believed to have given birth to the world. Her name is formed from three Sanskrit terms: "Ku" as little, "Ushma" as warmth or vital energy, and "Anda" as the cosmic egg. As the solar system deity, she is thought to grant her believers good health, bravery, and wealth and protect them from diseases and adversities.
Conversely, Goddess Skandamata is the personification of maternal love, kindness, and divine wisdom. She is worshiped for leading her followers towards material as well as spiritual prosperity.
Navratri, a major Hindu festival originating from the Sanskrit word meaning 'nine nights', celebrates Goddess Durga and her nine divine forms, known as Navdurga.
Watched with great piety throughout India, the festival involves rituals and prayers to the Goddess in her various forms. People throng temples in big numbers, giving flowers, fruits, and earnest prayers, seeking her blessings for protection, guidance, and prosperity.
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