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Rakteswari
Sign in to saveRakteswari (also Rakteshwari), identified as an aspect of Adi Parashakti, also known as Durga Parameswari, is a principal and popular form of Hindu goddess worshipped mainly in Parshurama Kshetras. Rakteswari is the iṣṭa-devatā (tutelary deity) of Tulu Nadu.
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Rakteswari (also Rakteshwari), identified as an aspect of Adi Parashakti, also known as Durga Parameswari, is a principal and popular form of Hindu goddess worshipped mainly in Parshurama Kshetras. Rakteswari is the iṣṭa-devatā (tutelary deity) of Tulu Nadu.
== Worship and festivals == Rakteswari is worshipped in the Hindu temples of India by adherents of Shaktism. Her temples, worship and festivals are particularly popular in Indian subcontinent during every Sankramana (or Sankranthi days/ Sun transit days of every month in Hindu calendar). Coconut flowers, Vermilion and whole coconuts are the significant offerings for her worship.
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