Katyayani Pooja is a Hindu religious ritual dedicated to Goddess Katyayani, one of the forms of Goddess Durga. Katyayani is the sixth form of the Navadurga (nine forms of Durga) and is worshiped during the Navaratri festival, particularly on the sixth day.

1. Goddess Katyayani: According to Hindu mythology, Goddess Katyayani was born from the combined energies of the gods to defeat the demon Mahishasura. She is depicted as a warrior goddess, often shown riding a lion and carrying weapons.