Karni Mata
Karni Mata is a revered folk goddess of Rajasthan, believed to be an incarnation of Goddess Durga. She is worshipped at Deshnok temple where rats are considered sacred. Devotees honor her as a symbol of compassion, protection, and divine strength, especially during Navratri festivals.
Basic Information
God Name
Karni Mata
Avatar of
Durga Mata
God Gender
Female
Birth Place
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Category
Devi
Weapon
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Vahan
Rat
Favorite Color
Red, Yellow
Favorite Food
Milk, Sweets, Laddoo
Day
tuesday
Tithi
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Suggested Seva
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Alternate Names
Charani Mata
About
Karni Mata is a highly respected folk goddess of Rajasthan, believed to be an incarnation of Goddess Durga. Her main temple is located in Deshnok, Bikaner, which is famous worldwide for its sacred rats called “kabbas.”
She is believed to have performed miracles to protect her devotees and family. She represents compassion, strength, and divine protection. During Navratri, devotees gather to offer prayers, milk, sweets, and participate in devotional singing.
The most unique feature of her temple is the belief that rats are sacred, and seeing a white rat is considered extremely auspicious.
Karni Mata symbolizes faith, devotion, and cultural richness of Rajasthan, representing divine blessings and protection for her followers.
