New Delhi, Sep 23 (NationPress) Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed his heartfelt wishes on the second day of the Shardiya Navratri, which honors Goddess Brahmacharini, and prayed for the courage and restraint of all worshippers. In a message posted on X, he stated, "Today, on this Navratri, I offer millions of salutations at the feet of Mother Brahmacharini! May the Goddess bestow her blessings of courage and restraint upon all her devotees."

He also featured a devotional song (Bhajan) dedicated to the Goddess, showcasing visuals of her in the Brahmacharini form.

The term Brahmacharini translates to a devoted female student, and she is recognized as the second manifestation of Navdurga, an incarnation of Goddess Parvati. She is portrayed draped in a white sari, with a rosary in her right hand and a water pot in her left.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also expressed his wishes via social media, saying, "On Sharadiya Navratri, I pray that Maa Brahmacharini, the second form of Adishakti Maa Bhagwati, blesses all devotees with faith and self-confidence."

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami shared his congratulations on X, stating, "Warm wishes to the residents of the state on the second day of Shardiya Navratri. I pray to Mother Brahmacharini, the deity of knowledge, penance, restraint, and renunciation, for a joyous, healthy, and prosperous life for all."

The Goddess Brahmacharini is associated with the Svadhishthana Chakra and symbolizes an unmarried state, with her white attire representing purity. Her form, holding a japamala and kamandalu, exemplifies spiritual discipline.

The Shardiya Navratri commenced on Monday (September 22) and will last until October 2, with each day celebrating different incarnations of Goddess Durga. This nine-day festival pays tribute to the nine forms of Goddess Durga, during which devotees engage in special prayers, rituals, and fasting.

Temples across the nation witnessed a surge of devotees, with many queuing outside from the morning.