Chaitra Navratri Day 8: The eighth day of Chaitra Navratri is dedicated to Mother Mahagauri, who is considered the goddess of purity and peace. This year the holy festival of Maha Ashtami will be celebrated on 26 March 2026. According to mythology, the mother had performed rigorous penance to get Lord Shiva as her husband, due to which her body had turned black. Then Mahadev bathed her with Ganga water, due to which she became very fair and ‘Mahagauri’ Was called. It is believed that by worshiping Mother Goddess on Ashtami day, the sins of previous births are washed away and happiness and peace reside in life.
Auspicious time of Maha Ashtami and time of Aarti
On the day of Ashtami, morning worship and Kanya Puja have special significance. This year the best time for puja will be three times.
Auspicious time in the morning: From 06:19 am to 08:40 am.
Abhijeet Muhurat: From 12:02 pm to 12:51 pm (this time is very auspicious for girl worship).
Sandhi Puja Timings: The timing of special puja performed during the meeting period of Ashtami and Navami will also be important on this day.
How to worship Mother Mahagauri and worship girls?
Mother Mahagauri is very fond of white color, which is a symbol of peace. It is auspicious to wear white or pink clothes on the day of puja. Bathe the idol of Mother Goddess with Ganga water and offer her white flowers, Akshat and sandalwood. Offering coconut to Mahagauri is considered best. On this day, there is a tradition of Kanya Puja, in which girls aged between 2 to 10 years are fed and presented with gifts. Washing the feet of girls and feeding them with respect is very auspicious for the proper functioning and prosperity of your life.
Experience blessings and mental peace
Chanting the mantra “Om Devi Mahagauriyai Namah” during the worship of Mother Mahagauri calms the mind and strengthens the resolve to fulfill all your wishes. After Ashtami Aarti, bow your head at the feet of Mother Goddess with full devotion and express your gratitude to her by apologizing for your mistakes and lapses. At the end of the puja, meditate on the Mother Goddess with a calm mind. When you serve girls selflessly and sing the glory of Mother, then the troubles at home automatically end. In these holy moments of devotion, pray only for happiness and good fortune to Mother May the unwavering grace of Mother Mahagauri erase every darkness in your life and make it bright and pleasant.
Also read: Chaitra Navratri 2026: Maha Ashtami of Navratri tomorrow, know at what time it will be auspicious to worship Kanya.
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