| Gandheswari | |
|---|---|
 Gandheswari, the deity worshipped by the Gandhabanik community. | |
| Affiliation | Durga, Shakti, Adi Parashakti, Parvati |
| 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.[1] 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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