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Navratri Day 3: This special color is very dear to Mother Chandraghanta! Wear clothes of this color on the third day, you will be showered with immense blessings
Samira Vishwas | March 21, 2026 9:24 PM CST

Maa Chandraghanta Favorite Color: The holy festival of Chaitra Navratri is being celebrated with devotion and enthusiasm across the country. Every day of Navratri is dedicated to a specific form of Maa Durga and in this sequence, the third day is dedicated to the worship of Maa Chandraghanta. According to Devi Bhagwat Purana, the form of Mother Chandraghanta is very peaceful and beneficial. In the digital age, devotees not only follow the puja method but also follow the color code of every day so that their sadhana can be completed.

Nature and importance of Maa Chandraghanta

An hour-shaped crescent moon is present on the forehead of Mother Chandraghanta, due to which she was named Chandraghanta. The color of his body is as bright as gold and he has ten hands, which are adorned with weapons. This form of Mother provides fearlessness and gentleness to the devotees. It is believed that worshiping with rituals on the third day increases a person’s courage and destroys negative energy.

Which color to wear on the third day is auspicious

Gray color is considered very auspicious for the third day of Navratri 2026. According to astrology and religious beliefs, gray color symbolizes balance, peace and determination. Wearing clothes of this color during the worship of Maa Chandraghanta brings stability to the mind and keeps the devotee focused. If you do not have gray colored clothes, then you can also choose white or cream colored shades because these colors are also considered symbols of peace.

Gray Color Outfit (Ms. Pinterest)

Maa Chandraghanta’s favorite color and enjoyment

Although gray is the special color of the day, mother Chandraghanta also loves golden and yellow colors. At the time of puja, it is auspicious to offer yellow flowers, especially lotus or rose, to the mother. Talking about offering, sweets made from milk or kheer should be offered to Maa Chandraghanta. This brings happiness and prosperity in the family and provides relief from mental stress.

method of worship

On the third day, take bath early in the morning and wear clean clothes (preferably grey). After cleaning the temple, light a ghee lamp in front of the idol or picture of Maa Chandraghanta. Offer Akshat, vermilion, flowers and naivedya to the mother. After this, recite Durga Chalisa and chant the mantra of Maa Chandraghanta Om Devi Chandraghantayi Namah. At the end, perform Aarti and distribute Prasad.

This Navratri, offer your devotion at the feet of Maa Chandraghanta and make your puja successful with the right color and method.


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