Chaitra Navratri 2026: Worship of Mother Kushmanda on the fourth day, know the method and mantra

Chaitra Navratri 2026: Today, on March 22, the fourth day of Chaitra Navratri is being celebrated, which is dedicated to the worship of Mother Kushmanda. On this day, devotees worship the fourth form of Mother Goddess with full rituals and seek her blessings.

According to religious beliefs, Mother Kushmanda is considered to be the reason for the origin of the universe. It is said that when there was darkness all around, the Goddess created the universe with her smile and spread light. His radiance has been described as like the Sun, worshiping which brings energy and power into life.

form of mother kushmanda

Mother Kushmanda is also called Ashtabhuja Devi, because she has eight arms. The goddess holds a kamandal, bow, arrow, chakra, mace, lotus flower, nectar pot and chanting rosary in her hands. His appearance is considered divine and stunning.

Maa Kushmanda fasting and worship method

On the fourth day of Navratri, wake up early in the morning, take bath and wear clean clothes. After this, sit at the place of worship and meditate on Goddess Kushmanda. Light a ghee lamp in front of the Goddess and offer her yellow flowers, fruits, sweets, incense, lamp and naivedya.

It is considered auspicious to offer Malpua to the mother during the puja. If this is not possible, yellow colored sweets or Halwa-Puri can also be offered. In the end, perform Aarti of the Goddess, pray for forgiveness with folded hands and recite Durga Saptashati or Durga Chalisa.

Mantras of Maa Kushmanda

1. "Or Goddess Savvabhu Teshu Maa Kushmanda as a complete institution. Namastesayee Namastesayee Namastesayee Namo Namah.."
2. "Basic Mantra: Om Devi Kushmandayai Namah"
3. "Seed Mantra: Om Aim Hreem Kleem Kushmandayai Namah"
4. "Praise Mantra: Surasampurnakalashan Rudhiraplutmev Ch. Dadhana Hastapadmabhyan Kushmanda Shubhdaastu Mein."
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Aarti of Maa Kushmanda

"Kushmanda Jai ​​Jag Sukhdani. Have mercy on me, Queen.
Pigalla volcano unique. Mother Shakambari is innocent.
You have millions of unique names. There are many devotees of yours.
The camp is on Bhima mountain. Please accept my greetings.
Jagdambe, you listen to everyone. May you attain happiness, Mother Ambe.
I am thirsty for your sight. Fulfill my hope.
There is heavy love in mother’s heart. Why won’t you listen to our request?
Camped at your door. Mother, take away my trouble.
Complete my tasks. Fill my stores.
Your servant should pay attention only to you. Devotees bow their heads before you."