One of the most famous Hindu festivals is dedicated to the worship of Navri, Goddess Durga and her nine forms. Each day of the festival is associated with a different form of the goddess, and the day 5 respects Maa Khushmanda, the goddess of honors, energy, prosperity and happiness. On this day, the observation of rituals correctly brings blessings of health, wealth and positivity.
Panchang for Shardia Navratri 2025 – Day 5
According to Drink Panchang, Tithi: Chaturthi till 09:32 pm (Shukla Chaturthi), Panchami (Shukla Panchami)
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constellation: Visakha, Anuradha till 10:09 pm
sum: Vishkambh till 10:51 pm
Karan: Vishti 09:32 am, till 10:48 pm
Week day: Friday (Shukarwa), Balawa
Party: Shukla Paksha
These astrological times are important to ensure that worship is performed in the most auspicious moments, maximizing the blessings of Maa Khushmanda.
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Importance of Maa Khushmanda
Mother Khushmanda is worshiped on the fifth day of Navratri and is a symbol:
Energy and Life Power: She rejuvenates the mind and body again.
Money and prosperity: His blessing brings financial stability and development.
Happiness and positivity: She removes negativity and spreads happiness.
He is depicted as a bright smile and eight -handed arms, a garland and a lotus, riding a lion. His name means “the creator of the universe with his smile,” exposes his power to bring positivity and abundance.
Pooja composite (essential commodities)
To worship Maa Khushmanda, you will need:
Mala Khushmanda statue or picture
Red flower (preferably hibiscus)
Fresh fruit
Kumkum, turmeric (turmeric), and sandalwood paste
Incense sticks, lamps (lamps), and ghee
Panchayat (milk, honey, ghee, curd, sugar)
Prasad like sweets, coconut and seasonal fruits
Red cloth to decorate the altar
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Pooja Vidhi (step by step ritual)
Clean and decorating: Clean the place of worship and decorate the altar with red clothes and flowers.
Sankalpa (intention): Take a vow for worship, mention your name, family and the purpose of worship.
Aavahan (call): Invite Maa Khushmanda by chanting your mantras and placing your idol or picture on the altar.
Gift samagri: Offer flowers, fruits and panchamrit to the goddess. Diya and sunny sticks.
Chanting and prayer: Read Khushmanda Mantra or Durga Chalisa. Pay attention to the blessings of prosperity and happiness.
Hindu ritual of worship: Perform Aarti with a lamp, waving south -waving in front of the idol singing devotional songs.
Prasad distribution: Offer prasad (sweets, fruits and panchamiritas) to family members and devotees.
Special suggestions for day 5
Wear a red or yellow dress to honor Maa Khushmanda.
Avoid negative thoughts and focus on positivity while worshiping.
Keep the worship area clean and streamlined; It is a symbol of purity and devotion.
Offer round fruits and sweets, as they symbolize perfection and prosperity.
The day of Shardia Navratri is a celebration of energy, happiness and prosperity through 5 Maa Khushanda. After auspicious time, observing his worship with devotion, and offering proper rituals can cause great blessings in your life. Let this Navratri, mother Khushmanda fill your house with positivity, health and abundance.
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