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Navratri 2026 Day 5: Maa Skandamata Wishes, Quotes and Messages

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News18•15-10-2026, 06:30
Navratri 2026 Day 5: Maa Skandamata Wishes, Quotes and Messages
- •Sharad Navratri Day 5 falls on Thursday, October 15, 2026, dedicated to worshipping Maa Skandamata, the fifth form of Goddess Durga.
- •Maa Skandamata is revered as the mother of Lord Kartikeya and symbolizes maternal love, compassion, strength, and divine protection.
- •Yellow is the auspicious color associated with Navratri Day 5, representing brightness, optimism, and positivity.
- •Devotees celebrate the day by offering prayers, observing traditional rituals, wearing yellow attire, and sharing heartfelt wishes and messages.
Key Questions Answered
The fifth day of Sharad Navratri falls on Thursday, October 15, 2026, and is dedicated to the worship of Maa Skandamata.
Maa Skandamata is the fifth form of Goddess Durga and is revered as the mother of Lord Kartikeya, also known as Skanda. She symbolises maternal love, compassion, strength, and divine protection, and is traditionally depicted seated on a lotus while holding her son in her lap.
Yellow is the designated colour for Navratri Day 5 on Thursday, October 15, 2026, representing brightness, optimism, and positivity.





