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Chaitra Navratri Third Day of Goddess Chandraghanta: Tritiya of Chaitra Navratri 2026 is on 21st March, which is dedicated to Mother Chandraghanta, the warrior form of Goddess Durga. Known for her crescent-shaped bell, Mata symbolizes bravery, maintaining dignity even in difficult situations and protection from negative energies.
This day is especially special for those people who are facing stress, fear, illusion or external challenges. Worshiping Maa Chandraghanta awakens inner strength, which increases concentration and removes obstacles that hinder progress.
The first day of Chaitra Navratri is about setting intentions, the second day is about being disciplined and the third day is about taking action with confidence.
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Who is Maa Chandraghanta?
The third incarnation of Maa Durga is Goddess Chandraghanta, who is depicted riding on a tiger holding divine weapons in her ten arms. It is believed that, their bells help in warding off evil forces and negativity energies.
It is believed that worshiping Maa Chandra Ghanta removes fear and anxiety. With courage and fearlessness one gets freedom from negative influences.
Navratri 2026 importance of third day
Mother Chandraghanta is worshiped on the third day of Chaitra Navratri 2026. Mother likes gray color very much. Wearing gray colored clothes on this day attracts purity, peace and clarity of mind in life.
Maa Chandraghanta Puja Vidhi
It is very important to have a feeling of reverence and devotion while worshiping Mother Chandraghanta. Wear clean clothes after taking bath in the morning. Sanctify the place of worship with Ganga water.
Install the statue or picture of Maa Chandraghanta on the post.
Keep Roli, Akshat, incense, lamp, flowers, sweets and Ganga water.
Chant the mantra Om Devi Chandraghantayee Namah 108 times.
After the puja, Aarti of the Mother Goddess should be performed.
Offer kheer, sweets made of milk and fruits to the mother.
Mantra related to worship of Maa Chandraghanta (Maa Chandraghanta Puja Mantra)
These mantras of Maa Chandraghanta have immense powers. Chanting these mantras on the third day of Chaitra Navratri brings happiness and peace in life.
Pindaj Pravararudha Chandakopastrakaryuta.
Prasadam Tanute Mahayam Chandraghanteti Vishruta॥
Goddess Sarvbhuteshu Maa Chandraghanta in the form of institution.
Namastesyaye Namastesyaye Namastesyaye Namo Namah॥
Vande desired labhay chandradhkrit shekharam.
Sinharudha Chandraghanta Yashasvanim.
Manipur Stitthaan Tritiya Durga Trinetram.
Khang, Mace, Trishul, Chapshar, Padma Kamandalu Mala Varabhitakaram.
Patambar costumes soft humor Nanalankar bhushitam.
Manjeer Haar Keur, Kinkini, Ratnakundal Manditam.
Prafull Vandana Bibadhara Kant Kapolan Tugan Kucham.
Kamaniyan Lavanya Kshinkati Nitambanim.
Mother Chandraghanta’s favorite food
Mother Chandraghanta likes sweets made from milk very much. To please the Mother Goddess, she should be offered sweets made from kheer, milk, mawa and fruits. Apart from this, they are very fond of pink flowers.
Story of Maa Chandraghanta (Maa Chandraghanta ki Katha)
According to mythology, the lord of demons Mahishasura had attacked the gods to establish his authority in Indralok and Swargalok. There was a war between the gods and demons for many days.
Seeing themselves defeated in the war, all the gods reached the Trimurti i.e. Lord Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh, from the anger of the three, Mother Chandraghanta was born.
Aarti of Maa Chandraghanta (Maa Chandraghanta Aarti)
Jai Maa Chandraghanta Sukh Dham.
Who completed all my work.
You give coolness like the moon
The moon is engulfed in bright rays.
Calming anger.
One who teaches sweet words.
May the mistress of your heart please you.
Moon Hour, you are a blessing.
Bringing beautiful feelings.
The one who saves in every crisis.
Every Wednesday that remembers you.
Whoever recites the prayer with reverence.
Make the idol moon shape.
Light a ghee flame in front of you.
Bow your head and say whatever is on your mind.
Have full hope, Jagdata.
Kanchipur is your place.
You are respected in Karnataka.
Recite your name, Maharani.
Bhavani, protect the devotee.
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