Chaitra Navratri 2026 Day 1: According to the calendar, Chaitra Navratri, the great festival of worship of Shakti, has started from today i.e. Thursday, March 19. Nine different forms of Maa Durga are worshiped during the nine days of Navratri. On the first day of the festival, there is a tradition of worshiping Goddess Shailputri, the daughter of the mountain king Himalaya. It is believed that by worshiping Goddess Shailputri with devotion, a person attains fame, glory and good health. But do you know that to please Mother Shailputri, her favorite offering has great importance? Let us know what to offer to mother.
What should be offered to Mother Shailputri?
Offer pure desi ghee
Mother Shailputri is very fond of offering ghee. Offering ghee in puja keeps the body healthy and brings happiness and prosperity in the house. It is believed that donating ghee also brings special virtue.
white sweet treat
Offering white colored sweets like barfi, peda or kheer to the mother is considered auspicious. White color is a symbol of peace and purity, which pleases the mother.
Offer milk and dishes made from it
Offering milk, curd and things made from them to the Mother Goddess increases peace and good fortune in the house.
offering of sugar or candy
Offering sugar candy maintains sweetness in life and brings sweetness in relationships.
correct way of offering
- Take bath and wear clean clothes before worship.
- Keep the place of worship clean and pure
- Pray with a true heart while offering food to the Mother Goddess.
- After offering Bhog, distribute it among the family as Prasad.
Importance of worshiping Maa Shailputri (Maa Shailputri Puja Significance)
The first day of Navratri is considered a symbol of new beginnings. Worshiping Mother Shailputri increases stability, confidence and courage in life. According to astrological beliefs, this day is associated with the Moon, hence this puja is considered very fruitful for mental peace and emotional balance.
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