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| Gandheswari | |
|---|---|
 Gandheswari, the deity worshipped by the Gandhabanik community. | |
| Affiliation | Durga, Shakti, Adi Parashakti, Parvati, Moola Durga |
| Mantra | Gandheswari mantra |
| Weapon | Conch, Lotus |
| Mount | Lion |
| Consort | Shiva |
Gandheswari (IAST: Gandēśvarī;) is a goddess worshipped by Gandhabanik community. She is an incarnation of the goddess Durga. She is worshiped during Baishaki Purnima by the Gandhabanik community. It has been said that she saved Gandhabati from Gandhasura. She has four arms and is seen seated on a lion. Gandhabanik community worships her for their development in their business.
References
- Mukherjee, Dalia (April 30, 2018). "Gandheswari – The Goddess of Fragrance Merchants".
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