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Navratri 2026 Day 3: Worship Maa Chandraghanta for Courage and Protection
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Moneycontrol•13-10-2026, 05:01
Navratri 2026 Day 3: Worship Maa Chandraghanta for Courage and Protection
- •Navratri 2026 Day 3 falls on Tuesday, October 13, and is dedicated to worshipping Maa Chandraghanta, the third manifestation of Goddess Durga.
- •The Goddess is named for the crescent-shaped bell on her forehead and symbolizes bravery, strength, and the protection of devotees from negative forces.
- •Abhijit Muhurat on October 13 is from 11:44 am to 12:30 pm, while Brahma Muhurat is between 4:40 am and 5:30 am.
- •Devotees worship the Goddess to overcome fear and build spiritual confidence, chanting the mantra Om Devi Chandraghantayai Namah.
- •Traditional rituals involve wearing red clothing, offering milk, kheer, sweets, and fruits, and lighting a diya during prayers.
Key Questions Answered
Navratri 2026 Day 3 will be observed on Tuesday, October 13, and is dedicated to Maa Chandraghanta, the third form of Goddess Durga.
According to the Hindu panchang, the Abhijit Muhurat on October 13 will be from 11:44 am to 12:30 pm, and the Brahma Muhurat will fall between 4:40 am and 5:30 am.
Devotees wear red clothes, which represent energy, power, and devotion, and traditionally offer milk, kheer, sweets, and fruits to Maa Chandraghanta.
