Navratri Day 7: Why Kaalaratri Is Called Shubhankari?

On 7th day of Navratri, devotees worship Goddess Kaalaratri, the fierce 7th form of Goddess Durga, symbolising courage. As per Hindu mythology, she destroys evil forces and removes darkness. Depicted with a dark complexion and riding a donkey, she is known as Shubhankari, goddess of auspiciousness. Her worship inspires fearlessness, and spiritual awakening.