Chaitra Navratri 2026 Day 5: Maa Skandamata, rituals, mantra, colour and significance
Navratri's fifth day honors Goddess Skandamata, the nurturing mother of Lord Kartikeya. Devotees seek her blessings for purity and fulfillment of desires. This day commemorates her role in defeating the demon Tarkasura, a pivotal event in Hindu mythology. The puja involves specific rituals and chanting, culminating in an aarti and prasad offering.
Navratri's fifth day honors Goddess Skandamata, the nurturing mother of Lord Kartikeya. Devotees seek her blessings for purity and fulfillment of desires. This day commemorates her role in defeating the demon Tarkasura, a pivotal event in Hindu mythology. The puja involves specific rituals and chanting, culminating in an aarti and prasad offering.
