Maa Ashu (Aashu/Asho) Mehtarani”
“Maa Ashu (Aashu/Asho) Mehtarani” is a powerful Shakta/Shabar deity invoked in folk-tantric traditions—especially in Bengal and surrounding regions—for binding or removing black magic, pret/bhoot afflictions, and hostile tantric works. Her mantras are classed as **Shabar mantras**: direct, vernacular, result-oriented formulas often used with simple ritual materials and strict discipline. ## Who is Ashu Mehtarani? - She is described in Shabar/tantra lineages as a swift-acting goddess who can **bind or cut rival tantric works (chouki, jadoo-tona)**, neutralize pret/bhoot, and protect against malefic influences. - Some traditions call her **“Bangale ki Aaso Mehtarani Mai”**, emphasizing her Bengal origin and her role in “bringing speech back” (vaacha) when someone is struck by muting/affliction mantras. - She is often depicted as riding with Bhairava/Hanuman and entourages of vīras/yoginīs in protective processions. ## Common Shabar Mantra (for protection/binding of evils) One wide...