On the fifth day (Panchami Tithi) of Chaitra Navratri, devotees worship Maa Skandamata, the fifth form of 
Goddess Durga. It is believed that Maa Skandamata showers her divine love upon her devotees and fulfills their wishes. Worshiping her with devotion eliminates negativity and removes obstacles from life.
Chaitra Navratri Panchami Tithi 2025
This year, Chaitra Navratri Panchami Tithi falls on April 2, 2025 (Wednesday). Due to the absence of Tritiya Tithi, this Navratri will be of eight days instead of nine.
Form of Maa Skandamata
Maa Skandamata holds Lord Skanda (Kartikeya) in her lap. She is seated on a lotus flower, which is why she is also known as Padmasana Devi. Her vehicle is a lion, symbolizing strength and courage. It is believed that worshiping Maa Skandamata helps remove issues related to children and blesses devotees with happiness.
Worship Method of Maa Skandamata
- Morning Rituals: Wake up early, take a bath, and wear clean clothes.
- Idol Placement: Bathe the idol or picture of Maa Skandamata with holy Ganga water.
- Offerings: Adorn Maa with kumkum, roli, flowers, clothes, and a dupatta.
- Prasad: Offer bananas or kheer as prasad to the Goddess.
- Aarti & Mantra: Light a ghee lamp, perform Aarti, and chant the sacred mantras.
Favorite Offering of Maa Skandamata
Maa Skandamata is especially fond of bananas. Devotees can also offer kheer (sweet rice pudding) to seek her blessings.
Auspicious Color for Navratri Panchami
On this day, yellow and white colors are considered highly auspicious. Devotees are encouraged to wear yellow or white attire while performing the puja to receive Maa’s divine blessings.
Mantra of Maa Skandamata
या देवी सर्वभूतेषु मां स्कंदमाता रूपेण संस्थिता।
नमस्तस्यै नमस्तस्यै नमस्तस्यै नमो नमः।।
Ya Devi Sarvabhuteshu Maa Skandamata Rupena Samsthita,
Namastasyai Namastasyai Namastasyai Namo Namah.
Aarti of Maa Skandamata
Jai Teri Ho Skandamata, Panchava Naam Tumhara Aata.
Sabke Man Ki Jaanan Haari, Jag Janani Sabki Mahataari.
Teri Jyot Jalata Rahu Main, Hardam Tujhe Dhyaata Rahu Main.
Kai Naamon Se Tujhe Pukaara, Mujhe Ek Hai Tera Sahaara.
Kahin Pahaadon Par Hai Dera, Kai Shahron Mein Tera Basera.
Har Mandir Mein Tere Nazaare, Gun Gaaye Tere Bhakt Pyaare.
Bhakti Apni Mujhe Dila Do, Shakti Meri Bigdi Bana Do.
Indra Aadi Devta Mil Saare, Kare Pukaar Tumhare Dwaare.
Dusht Daitya Jab Chad Kar Aaye, Tu Hi Khanda Haath Uthaaye.
Daason Ko Sada Bachane Aayi, Bhakt Ki Aas Pujane Aayi.
May Maa Skandamata bless all devotees with happiness, peace, and prosperity this Chaitra Navratri. Jai Mata Di! 🙏