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Aai Shree Khodiyar Maa is a powerful and highly revered Hindu goddess, especially worshipped in the western Indian state of Gujarat, as well as parts of Rajasthan and Maharashtra. She is considered a Kuldevi (family or clan goddess) by many communities, including Leuva Patels, Charans, Rajputs, Ahirs, and other castes.

🌺 Who is Khodiyar Maa?

• Khodiyar Maa is believed to be an incarnation of Goddess Durga or Shakti.

• She is considered the protector of her devotees, known for her miraculous powers and fierce compassion.

• The name “Khodiyar” comes from the word "Khodi", meaning prosperity, and "Yar", meaning friend or companion — symbolizing a benevolent divine protector.

🐊 Symbol: The Crocodile

• Khodiyar Maa is famously depicted riding a crocodile (Magar), which symbolizes power over fear and death.

• According to legend, she emerged from a water tank on a crocodile’s back to protect her devotee — making the crocodile her vahana (vehicle).

📖 Legend of Khodiyar Maa

• She was born in the Charan community and is believed to be the daughter of Mamadiya Gadhvi, a devout man who was childless until he received a boon from Lord Shiva.

• Khodiyar Maa and her six sisters and one brother were divine children who came to earth to help and protect the pious.

• She is known for miraculous interventions to protect the weak and punish injustice.

• One of her well-known acts was saving the Chudasama ruler of Junagadh, who later became her devotee.

🛕 Famous Temples

1. Khodaldham, Kagvad (Rajkot District, Gujarat) – A massive and beautiful temple dedicated to Khodiyar Maa.

2. Khodiyar Mandir, Bhavnagar – Situated near the Tataniya Dharo lake, believed to be the site where she appeared on a crocodile.

3. Other temples are spread across Gujarat, Rajasthan, and even abroad where the Gujarati diaspora is present.

🙏 Devotion & Worship

• Worshipped as a protective mother, giver of strength, and remover of obstacles.

• Khodiyar Jayanti, her birthday, is celebrated with great devotion and grandeur.

• Devotees offer coconut, red chunri (sacred cloth), bangles, and sweets.

• Special bhajans (devotional songs) and aartis are performed in her honor.