Stree-Shodashee Karma Puja is a sacred ritual performed to honor and celebrate womanhood, particularly in the form of the divine feminine. “Shodashee” represents the 16 aspects of a complete woman, embodying beauty, grace, strength, and wisdom. This puja is performed to invoke blessings for prosperity, health, and harmony in family life. Women, especially married ones, are worshipped as manifestations of Goddess Durga or Lakshmi, and offered gifts, sweets, and respect. The ritual symbolizes reverence toward feminine energy (Shakti), aiming to balance spiritual and material life. It is often performed during Navratri or special occasions, promoting positive energy and well-being.