Devi Mahagauri Puja Method: Ashtami Tithi of Chaitra Navratri is considered very special, it is also called Jaya Tithi. On this date, there is a tradition of worshiping the Mahagauri form of Goddess Durga. Stories related to this form of the goddess are also popular. According to him, when Goddess Parvati did penance to get Lord Shiva as her husband, her body turned black. Later, with the blessing of Mahadev, Goddess Parvati became extremely fair, hence she was named Mahagauri. In Chaitra Navratri 2026, Goddess Mahagauri will be worshiped on Thursday, March 26. Know further the worship method, mantra, auspicious time and aarti of Goddess Mahagauri…

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11:01 am to 12:32 pm
02:03 to 03:34 pm
12:32 pm to 02:03 pm
02:03 to 03:34 pm

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How to worship Goddess Mahagauri? Learn method and mantra

- On 26th October, Thursday, worship Goddess Mahagauri in any of the above mentioned Muhurta.
- First of all, install the picture of Goddess Mahagauri in a clean place in your house.
- Apply tilak with kumkum on the picture of Goddess Mahagauri and offer a garland of flowers.
- Install the lamp. Offer Abir, Gulal, Roli, turmeric, betel nut etc. things one by one.
- Offer coconut or any sweet made from it to Goddess Mahagauri.
- Perform Aarti by chanting the following mantra 108 times-
White Vrushe Samarudha Shwetambardhara Shuchih.
Mahagauri Shubham Dadyanmahadevpramodada॥

Aarti of Goddess Mahagauri (Devi Mahagauri Aarti)

Jai Mahagauri, Maya of the world. Jai Uma Bhavani Jai Mahamaya॥
Haridwar Kankhal dice. Mahagauri is your residence there.
Chandrakali and Mamta Ambe. Jai Shakti Jai Jai Maa Jagandbe.
Bhima Devi Vimala Mata. Kaushiki Devi is world famous.
Gauri Roop is yours in the house of Himachal. Mahakali Durga is your form.
Sati Sat Havan was burnt in the pond. The same smoke made the appearance black.
Dharam Singh became the one who came in the ride. So Shankar showed his trident.
Only then mother got the name Mahagauri. The troubles of those who seek refuge are eliminated.
Who worships you on Saturday. Mother, the work that has been spoiled will be rectified.
If you say devotee then wonder what you are saying. May you always be victorious, Mother Mahagauri.

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