Chaitra Navratri Day 3: Significance, Puja Rituals & Aarti of Maa Chandraghanta

Rani Singh
Apr 1
3 min read

Celebrate Chaitra Navratri Day 3 by worshipping Maa Chandraghanta with the right rituals, mantras, and aarti for peace, power, and divine blessings.

Chaitra Navratri is a festival that celebrates the nine forms of Goddess Durga. Each day, people pray to a different form of the Goddess. On the third day, they worship Maa Chandraghanta, who is known as the goddess of peace, strength, and courage. People pray to her to get blessings for a happy and trouble-free life.

Who is Maa Chandraghanta?

Maa Chandraghanta is the third form of Goddess Durga. She has a crescent moon on her forehead that looks like a bell. The moon represents peace and bravery. She has ten hands and holds different weapons. She rides a lion, showing her warrior spirit. People believe worshipping her on the third day of Chaitra Navratri removes problems. It gives strength and brings peace and happiness.

Significance of Chaitra Navratri Day 3

The third day of Chaitra Navratri is very important in Sanatangyan, the ancient knowledge of Hinduism. People believe that Maa Chandraghanta protects her devotees from bad energies and evil. She gives courage, wisdom, and peace. That is why she is worshipped during Navratri.

People who pray to Maa Chandraghanta with true faith can get many benefits. They feel free from fear and worry. Their confidence grows, and their thoughts become clearer. They feel closer to divine energy. Their relationships become peaceful and happy.

To worship Maa Chandraghanta on the third day of Chaitra Navratri, follow these simple steps. These rituals help you get her blessings.

1. Preparations for the Puja

Wake up early during Brahma Muhurat (before sunrise).

Take a bath and wear clean clothes, preferably red.

Set up a puja space with Maa Chandraghanta’s idol or picture.

2. Offerings to the Goddess

Light a ghee lamp (diya) and incense sticks.

Offer red and yellow marigold flowers, kumkum, and rice grains.

Prepare Panchamrit (a mixture of milk, curd, honey, ghee, and sugar) and offer it to the Goddess.

Bhog (Prasad): Offer saffron-infused milk, kheer, and sweets made from milk.

3. Mantras and Prayers

Chant this mantra to receive Maa Chandraghanta's blessings:

“Om Aim Hreem Kleem Chandraghantaayai Namah”

Recite the Durga Saptashati to increase your devotion and ask for protection.

Aarti of Maa Chandraghanta

Performing aarti is a crucial part of the puja. Here is the Chandraghanta Aarti that you can sing while waving the lamp in a circular motion:

Jai Maa Chandraghanta Sukhdham, Purn Keejo Mere Kaam.

Chandra Samaan Tu Sheetal Daati, Chandra Tej Kiranon Mein Samaati.

Krodh Ko Shaant Karne Wali, Meethe Bol Sikhane Wali.

Man Ki Malak Man Bhati Ho, Chandraghanta Tum Var Daati Ho.

Singing this aarti with devotion helps in invoking positive energy and divine grace into your life.

Auspicious Timings (Shubh Muhurat) for Puja

To receive the maximum benefits of Chaitra Navratri Day 3, perform the puja during these auspicious muhurats:

Brahma Muhurat: 04:39 AM – 05:25 AM

Abhijit Muhurat: 12:00 PM – 12:50 PM

Amrit Kaal: 06:50 AM – 08:16 AM

Sarvartha Siddhi Yog: 11:06 AM – 06:10 AM (April 2)

Conclusion:

The third day of Chaitra Navratri is important for worshipping Maa Chandraghanta. She gives courage, peace, and spiritual growth. Following Sanatangyan traditions and praying with devotion bring success and happiness. Chanting mantras, offering prasad, and doing aarti help devotees feel her divine energy.