The Prime Minister's Office issued a press release stating that Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered prayers to Maa Brahmacharini on the second day of Navratri. He described Maa Brahmacharini as a symbol of penance, sacrifice, and resolve. The Prime Minister prayed that she bless everyone with courage and self-control. This religious observance was noted as part of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav. The press release included the Prime Minister's social media post in Hindi, which contained the same sentiment. The release was posted on October 12, 2026, at 11:11 AM by PIB Delhi and carried the identification number 2322086. This content may not be financially relevant.