What to offer to Maa Kali on the first day of Gupt Navratri? Know the special enjoyment and importance

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Gupt Navratri 2026 Day 1: According to the Panchang, Gupt Navratri of Ashadh month has started from 15th July 2026. This nine-day festival is considered very important for Tantra-Mantra, Sadhana, Mantra Siddhi and Goddess worship. While nine forms of Maa Durga are worshiped in Chaitra and Shardiya Navratri, special importance is given to the worship of ten Mahavidyas in Gupt Navratri. In many Tantric traditions, special worship of Mother Kali is done on the first day. It is believed that by worshiping with a true heart and offering proper food, one gets the blessings of the Goddess and the sadhana is successful.

What to offer to Maa Kali on the first day of Gupt Navratri?

According to religious beliefs, offering jaggery, pudding, kheer, black sesame dishes and seasonal fruits to Goddess Kali is considered auspicious. Coconut, sugar candy and red colored sweets are also offered at many places.

How to do puja on the first day?

On the first day of Gupt Navratri, after taking bath in the morning, clean the place of worship and install the idol or picture of Maa Kali. After this, light a lamp and incense, offer red or black flowers and offer food as per your devotion. Chanting mantras or praises of Maa Kali during puja is considered auspicious. Finally, pray to the Goddess for happiness, prosperity and well-being of the family.

Special importance of Gupt Navratri

Gupt Navratri is considered more esoteric and meditation oriented than normal Navratri. During this time, many devotees worship the ten Mahavidyas. According to religious beliefs, worshiping the Goddess at this time can bring blessings of fulfillment of wishes, spiritual progress and freedom from obstacles in life.

Importance of worshiping Goddess Kali

Mother Kali is considered the goddess of strength, courage and destroyer of negative forces. Worshiping him on the first day of Gupt Navratri is believed to remove fear, obstacles and negativity. Also the seeker gets self-confidence, self-confidence and mental strength. This day also holds special significance for the practitioners of Tantra Sadhana.

Also read: Ashadh Gupt Navratri starts from today, know Ghatasthapana method, auspicious time and religious beliefs.

Disclaimer: The information given in this news is based on religious beliefs and general information. TV9 Bharatvarsha does not confirm this.

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