{"id":338,"date":"2026-07-28T11:15:57","date_gmt":"2026-07-28T11:15:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs-origin.theastrotime.com\/?p=338"},"modified":"2026-07-28T11:15:59","modified_gmt":"2026-07-28T11:15:59","slug":"navratri-day-5-maa-skandamata","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theastrotime.com\/blogs\/navratri-day-5-maa-skandamata\/","title":{"rendered":"Navratri Day 5, 2026: Maa Skandamata, Dates, Puja"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Every form of Durga, or the Navadurga, tells us about something significant. When we think of colours, we always associate white with purity. Navratri is a celebration of feminine power, compassion and grace. But also about purity, balance and cleanliness. And Day 5 is all about worshipping Maa Skandamata, the loving mother of Kartikeya or Murugan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are observing Navratri fasts or planning to perform the Day 5 puja, understanding the significance, rituals, mantra, and offerings of Maa Skandamata will bring you closer to her divine energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Date:<\/strong> Thursday, 15 October 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tithi<\/strong><\/a>:<\/strong> Shukla Panchami<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Navratri Day:<\/strong> Fifth Day (Maa Skandamata Puja)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Auspicious Colours:<\/strong> White and Yellow <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Story of Maa Skandamata?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The name Skandamata means “Mother of Skanda”, or Kartikeya, also known as Murugan, the elder brother of Lord Ganesha. She is depicted carrying young Lord Skanda on her lap. Symbolising unconditional love, protection, and nurturing care. She has four arms, holding lotus flowers in two hands and carrying Lord Skanda in one arm. While the remaining hand is raised in the abhaya mudra. Blessing devotees with fearlessness and protection. Shown as riding a majestic lion, representing courage and power, while the lotus on which she is often seated signifies purity and spiritual awakening. Because of her association with the lotus, she is also known as Padmasana Devi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Significance of Navratri Day 5<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The fifth day of Navratri marks an important stage in the devotee’s spiritual journey. It marks the middle of the 9-day grand celebrations of nine avatars of Maa Durga. Maa Skandamata rules the Vishuddha (Throat) Chakra. The throat, or Vishuddha, chakra governs communication, truth, and self-expression. Her worship encourages devotees to develop inner purity, clarity of thought, and positive communication. She inspires individuals to overcome fear, remove negativity, and progress towards spiritual enlightenment. Offering sincere prayers on this day helps remove obstacles from personal and professional life while promoting harmony within the family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Auspicious colour for Navratri day 5: White<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Navratri is all about colours. Everyone gets dressed in beautiful traditional outfits with mirror embellishments. But day 5 symbolises pausing and focusing on simplicity and purity. Wearing white is considered highly auspicious on this day. The colour white attracts positive energy. Wearing white creates a calm and spiritually uplifting aura. People also decorate their puja space with white flowers and offer white sweets as a mark of devotion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Puja Vidhi <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Performing the puja with devotion is more important than elaborate rituals. Follow these simple steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n