Chaitra Navratri 2026 is a sacred festival dedicated to the nine forms of Goddess Durga. Each day of Navratri is believed to have special spiritual importance, and devotees perform different rituals to seek blessings for health, peace and prosperity. Many people also pray during Navratri to solve family problems, remove obstacles and seek happiness in married life. The fifth day of Navratri is considered very powerful because it is dedicated to Maa Skandamata, the mother of Lord Kartikeya.
According to astrologers and religious beliefs, worshipping Maa Skandamata on this day can bring peace at home and blessings of a child for couples.
Chaitra Navratri 2026 Day 5: Why Maa Skandamata Is Worshipped
Maa Skandamata is the fifth form of Goddess Durga and is worshipped on the fifth day of Navratri. Her name comes from her being the mother (Mata) of Lord Skanda, also known as Kartikeya, who is the commander of the divine army. She is usually shown with four arms, holding lotus flowers in her hands, while carrying child Kartikeya in her lap. One of her hands remains in Abhaya Mudra, which means protection and blessings. She rides a lion and is also called Padmasana Devi because she is sometimes shown sitting on a lotus.
The story of Maa Skandamata is linked to the demon Tarakasura, who had received a boon that only Lord Shiva’s son could defeat him. Because Lord Shiva lived as a yogi, the demon believed no one could kill him. Goddess Parvati performed severe penance to marry Shiva, and their son Skanda was later born with divine power to destroy Tarakasura. Maa Skandamata is believed to represent both motherly love and strong protection. Devotees worship her to receive wisdom, prosperity, and fulfilment of wishes.
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Skandamata Puja Rule For Couples
The fifth day of Chaitra Navratri 2026 is very special for couples who want peace in their married life or wish to be blessed with a child. In a video released on the Jyotish Ratan Kendra YouTube channel, an astrologer said, “On the fifth day of Chaitra Navratri, worshipping Maa Skandamata brings the blessings of children, love in the family and peace at home. Maa Skandamata is seen holding Lord Kartikeya in her lap, which symbolises motherhood, protection and family unity.”
He also shared some simple puja rules to follow on this day:
- Offer yellow flowers and bananas to Maa Skandamata.
- Chant the mantra “Om Devi Skandamataye Namah” at least one mala (108 times) in the morning and evening.
- If there are frequent fights at home, take a yellow cloth, tie a small knot in it, apply turmeric, and keep it in the temple.
- Pray to Maa Bhagwati for peace and happiness in the family.
The astrologer further said, “Couples who are facing problems in having children should perform this remedy with a true heart on the fifth day of Navratri. Have faith, Maa Skandamata will surely fill your home with peace, happiness and love.”
Devotees believe that sincere prayers on this day can remove negativity and bring harmony to the family. During Chaitra Navratri 2026, many people will perform these rituals with hope and devotion to receive the blessings of Maa Skandamata.
