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Aaj Ka Panchang 16 October 2026: Navratri Day 6, Katyayani Puja And Skanda Shashthi Muhurat
- •Today is the sixth day of Navratri dedicated to the worship of Goddess Katyayani.
- •The day also features Skanda Shashthi, Friday fast, and Lakshmi Puja for prosperity.
- •Ravi Yoga will remain active throughout the day starting from 06:47 AM.
- •Sunrise is at 06:22 AM and sunset is at 05:51 PM with Abhijit Muhurat from 11:43 AM to 12:29 PM.
- •Worshiping Goddess Katyayani removes fear and negativity while bestowing success and strength.
Key Questions Answered
On the sixth day of Navratri, devotees should worship Goddess Katyayani by chanting the mantra "Om Devi Katyayanyai Namah" and offering sweet paan and honey. Worshiping her removes fear, flaws, and negativity while bestowing fame, success, and strength.
October 16, 2026, features the Ashwin Shukla Shashthi tithi, Jyeshtha nakshatra, and Shobhana yoga, with Ravi Yoga active starting at 06:47 AM. Auspicious timings include Brahma Muhurat from 04:42 AM to 05:32 AM and Abhijit Muhurat from 11:43 AM to 12:29 PM.
Those observing the Friday fast should methodically worship Goddess Lakshmi during Pradosh Kaal by making offerings such as kheer and white sweets, and reciting the Sri Sukta or Kanakadhara Stotram. This increases wealth and property while remedying Venus defects in the horoscope.
