Chaitra Durga Ashtami 2024: Edible Gifts For Your Kanjak Puja 

By Deepali Verma

April 16, 2024

On the auspicious occasion of the 8th day of Chaitra Navratri, known as Ashtami, devotees honour young girls, or Kanjaks, by offering them prasad. This tradition symbolises the embodiment of divine feminine energy and celebrates the innocence and purity of young girls. 

Fruits 

You can gift any fresh fruits like apples, bananas, oranges, and grapes, symbolizing health. 

Cookies 

Give homemade or store-bought cookies in various shapes and flavours, such as chocolate chip, jimjam, or jeera, as yummy treats for the Kanjaks. 

Juices 

Gift any refreshing juices, including apple, orange, or mixed fruit blends, to quench their thirst and provide essential nutrients. 

Sweets 

Present traditional Indian sweets like pedas, ladoos, or barfis to the Kanjaks. 

Chocolates 

Offer the Kanjaks with chocolates in assorted shapes and flavours, adding a touch of sweetness and joy to their day.