The Bhadrakali Vrata observed on Kartik Shukla Pratipada is a sacred Hindu fasting and worship day dedicated to Goddess Bhadrakali, an auspicious and fierce manifestation of Shakti (Parvati). “Kartik Shukla Pratipada” refers to the first day of the waxing moon (bright fortnight) in the Hindu lunar month of Kartik. This day falls immediately after Amavasya […]