KATHMANDU, Oct 20: The sixth day of Bada Dashain is being celebrated by Hindus across the country today by worshiping Goddess Katyayani Devi.
Goddess Katyayani is described in Hindu scriptures as a symbol of beauty. It is mentioned in the scriptures that Goddess Katyayani came to this world to prevent obstacles from demons while doing good deeds including charity.
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There is a religious belief that worshiping the Goddess on the occasion of Navratri brings strength, prosperity and knowledge.
The devotees have thronged the Hindu shrines across the country. In the Kathmandu Valley, the devotees are visiting Guheshwori, Jaya Bageshwori, Maitidevi, Kalikasthan, Naxal Bhagawati, Bhadrakali, Kalankimai and several other temples from early morning today.
Likewise, Palanchwok Bhagawati, Nala Bhagawati, Kamalamai, Ichchhakamana, Manakamana, Gadhimai, Pathibhara, Dantakali, Baglung Kalika, Bindhyabasini, Tal Barahi and other shrines have also received a large number of devotees on the sixth day of the Bada Dashain festival today.
