Wishing all a Subho Durga Puja. As we get into the festivities, I wonder about the qualities of Maa Durga that we find in new age women.

Devi Durga, one of the most revered deities in Hinduism, symbolizes power, strength, and protection. Her various aspects and attributes can be seen in many women. These attributes are more relevant today than ever as women navigate multiple roles, responsibilities, and challenges.

Devi Durga is known as the embodiment of Shakti, the divine feminine power. She represents strength in both physical and mental forms. New age women often mirror this attribute in their everyday lives. Women display immense strength, whether managing a household, excelling in a career, or overcoming societal barriers. They handle multiple responsibilities and rise above challenges, demonstrating resilience. Like Maa Durga, they show that strength comes from within and can be harnessed in different ways.

Durga is often depicted slaying the buffalo demon Mahishasura, symbolizing the victory of good over evil. This act requires tremendous courage. On the same note, new age women show bravery in various aspects of life. Whether it's standing up against discrimination, abuse, or inequality, or taking bold steps in their personal or professional lives, courage defines them. Women today are increasingly speaking out against injustice and making their voices heard, just like Devi Durga.

While Ma Durga is fierce and powerful, she is also compassionate. She protects her devotees and nurtures them with care. In the women of recent times, this attribute is visible in their roles as caregivers, friends, mentors, and leaders. Women juggle nurturing relationships and careers, displaying both strength and compassion. Whether as mothers, partners, or colleagues, they show empathy and kindness, making the world a better place.

Durga’s determination in her battle against Mahishasura symbolizes relentless focus and purpose. New age women embody this by pursuing their goals despite challenges. In a world where women regularly face obstacles like gender bias or inequality, determination helps them achieve success. Whether in academics, careers, or personal growth, women today are more determined than ever to break barriers and prove their worth. They stay focused on their goals, much like the Devi in her quest to defeat evil.

Devi Durga’s multiple arms, each holding a different weapon or tool, symbolize her ability to perform many tasks simultaneously. Women are similarly multitaskers, handling various roles in society, at work, and home. They are daughters, wives, mothers, professionals, and leaders, often balancing these roles simultaneously. Women today must constantly adapt to different environments and responsibilities, managing their time and energy efficiently. Like Maa Durga, they achieve harmony despite the many demands of their time.

Ultimately, let us remind ourselves that Maa Durga embodies wisdom, awareness of the greater cosmic balance, and the need to restore harmony. Increasingly women also display wisdom through their knowledge, education, and understanding of the world. In many cases, they are at the forefront of movements for change, using their intelligence to advocate for progress in various fields, such as education, politics, and social justice. Women today are increasingly stepping into roles of leadership, where their wisdom plays a key part in decision-making and guiding others.

Despite all these, Devi Durga remains calm and composed, even in the heat of battle. She doesn’t lose her grace or poise. Women demonstrate this quality by staying calm and collected in difficult situations. Women often maintain a sense of grace when handling crises at home or work, ensuring they can think clearly and act effectively. Staying composed under pressure makes them strong leaders and reliable community pillars.

New age women embody duality, just like Devi Durga, who shows a balance between her fierce warrior form and her nurturing, gentle side. They can be strong and assertive when needed but also soft and nurturing. This balance is crucial as women navigate different environments. At work, they may need to be firm to ensure their voices are heard, while at home, they may take on a gentler and nurturing role. The ability to balance these qualities makes them versatile and capable.

Whether fighting personal battles, advocating for change, or balancing multiple roles, new age women draw on the same divine energy that Durga represents.

In many ways, every woman carries a piece of Devi Durga within herself.