The festival of Dhumavati Jayanti, also known as "Dhumavati Mahavidya Jayanti," commemorates the day Goddess Dhumavati, a form of Goddess Shakti, took human form. It occurs on the eighth day, or "ashtami," of the Hindu calendar's "Jyestha" month. It corresponds to the months of May and June on the English calendar, the dates change every year. Hindus commemorate Dhumavati Jayanti, an auspicious day, in celebration of the goddess Dhumavati. She is also renowned for being Goddess Durga in her most enraged form. Devotees might be blessed by worshipping Maa Dhumavati on this auspicious day.
Rituals during Dhumavati Jayanti:
Devotees rise before dawn on the day of Dhumavati Jayanti and spend the entire day worshipping Mata Dhumavati. The primary puja ritual ought to be carried out in a remote location. Flowers, incense, and dhoop are used to worship the goddess. On this day, a unique 'Prasad' is prepared. On this day, it is thought that giving black sesame seeds wrapped in black fabric to Devi will accomplish one's wishes.
During the time of puja, special Devi mantras are recited to please Goddess Dhumavati and seek Her blessing for ending all the miseries in life. After the recitation of mantra, ‘aarti’ is performed and the Prasad is distributed among family members and other devotees.
For all of the followers of Goddess Dhumavati, a unique procession is planned for the evening of Dhumavati Jayanti.
Tantriks in particular devote themselves completely to Goddess Dhumavati in order to acquire all material wealth.
Married women are prohibited from worshipping Mata Dhumavati, according to custom. They are only permitted a distant glance. For the sake of their husbands and boys' safety, they adhere to this custom.
