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Shitla Mata Mandir, Ujjain
Navratri Skandamata Puja
The Navratri Skandamata Puja is a sacred Vedic ceremony performed on the fifth day of Navratri to invoke the motherly grace of the fifth manifestation of Goddess Durga. According to ancient scriptures, when the demon Tarakasura wreaked havoc across the universe, God ordained that only the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati could defeat him. Goddess Parvati underwent intense penance and took the form of Skandamata to nurture Lord Kartikeya, who ultimately restored balance to the cosmos.
During this powerful ritual, Vedic priests invoke Maa Skandamata alongside Lord Skanda using authentic rituals. The puja begins with Ganesh Pujan, Navgraha Avahan, and Kalash Sthapana, followed by the recitations of Durga Saptashati, Skandamata Stotram, and Kavach Path. Special offerings of bananas (her most favored fruit), yellow flowers, chana, and unrefined sugar (gur) are presented to the Goddess.
Performing this puja on Panchami Tithi purifies the entire household environment, dispels long-standing negativity, restores psychological stability, and invokes powerful divine shielding over every family member.
Name & Gotra Invocation: During the Pooja, the priest will chant your name and gotra and seek blessings for you by taking holy Sankalp.
Live Spirituality and Memorable Experience: You will be notified one hour before the live streaming starts, and you will receive the recorded video of your special Pooja within 4-5 days.
Punya Opportunities: Earn merit by donating clothes, food, Gau Sewa, or Deep Daan etc. by your name.
Certificate of Spiritual Journey: We will also provide you a certificate to make your experience even more memorable.
Divine Prasad: The Pooja Prasad will be sent to you within 7-8 days through doorstep delivery service, so that you can receive it conveniently.
