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PM Modi Prays to Maa Chandraghanta on Day 3 of Chaitra Navratri

Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered prayers to Maa Chandraghanta on the third day of Chaitra Navratri via a post on social media platform X. The third day of the festival is dedicated to this formidable form of Goddess Parvati, whose name signifies the bell-shaped half-moon on her forehead. He also recalled his obeisance to Maa Brahmacharini from the previous day. Chaitra Navratri is a major Hindu festival celebrating the nine forms of Goddess Durga and concludes with Ram Navami.

Key Points: PM Modi Offers Prayers to Maa Chandraghanta on Navratri

  • PM Modi's Navratri prayers
  • Worship of Maa Chandraghanta
  • Significance of the third day
  • Festival concludes with Ram Navami
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PM Modi offers salutations to Maa Chandraghanta on third day of Chaitra Navratri

Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered salutations to Maa Chandraghanta on the third day of Chaitra Navratri, praying for a strong and prosperous life for all.

"Salute to Mother Chandraghanta! I pray to Mother Goddess to bless everyone with a strong, prosperous and fortunate life. - Narendra Modi"

New Delhi, March 21

On the third day of Chaitra Navratri, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday offered salutations to Maa Chandraghanta, the third form of the Goddess Durga.

In a post on X, PM Modi prayed to the Goddess to bless everyone with a strong, prosperous, and fortunate life.

"Salute to Mother Chandraghanta! I pray to Mother Goddess to bless everyone with a strong, prosperous and fortunate life. Pindjapravararudha chandakopastrakaryuta. Prasadam Tanute Mahay Chandraghanteti Vishruta // ," said PM Modi.

The third day of Chaitra Navratri is dedicated to the worship of Maa Chandraghanta, a formidable form of Goddess Parvati. Her name is derived from "Chandra" (moon) and "Ghanta" (bell), representing the distinctive bell-shaped half-moon adorned on her forehead.

Often depicted riding a tiger or lion with ten hands bearing various weapons, she is a powerful warrior goddess who stands as a protector of her devotees against evil forces.

Earlier, the Prime Minister also offered obeisance to Maa Brahmacharini, the second form of Goddess Parvati, who is worshipped on the second day of Chaitra Navratri. He prayed to the Mother Goddess to continue showering her grace upon all devotees.

"Millions of obeisance at the feet of Mother Brahmacharini! May Goddess Mother continue to shower her grace upon all devotees. Holding in her hands a rosary and a water pot. May the supreme Brahmacharini Goddess be pleased with me," said PM Modi.

Revered in her unmarried form, Maa Brahmacharini is worshipped on the second day of Chaitra Navratri. Born as the daughter of Daksha Prajapati, she is celebrated for her unwavering devotion and the intense penance she undertook to win Lord Shiva as her husband.

Chaitra Navratri marks the beginning of the Hindu new year and is one of the most significant festivals dedicated to Goddess Durga. Over nine days, devotees worship the nine forms of the goddess, observe fasts, and perform rituals seeking blessings for prosperity and well-being.

The festival later concludes with Ram Navami, which celebrates the birth of Lord Ram. Temples witness heavy footfall, and special prayers, jagrans, and cultural programs are organised across the nation.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good to see the message. While I appreciate the sentiment, I sometimes wish there was equal public emphasis on the practical challenges people face during festivals, like price hikes of essential puja items. The blessings should translate to tangible ease of living too.
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Aditya G
The description of Maa Chandraghanta riding a tiger is so powerful. It's a reminder of the divine feminine strength we celebrate during Navratri. My family is observing the fast today. Shubh Navratri to all!
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Sarah B
As someone new to understanding Indian festivals, this article was very informative. The symbolism behind the name and the form is fascinating. It's beautiful to see how faith is interwoven into the national conversation.
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Vikram M
Navratri is such a unifying force. Whether it's the Garba in Gujarat or the Durga Puja in Bengal, the essence is the same - celebrating Shakti. PM's wishes are in line with the spirit of the festival for every citizen.
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Kavya N
My grandmother explained to me today that worshipping Maa Chandraghanta removes all planetary obstacles. There's so much depth in each day's significance. Feeling spiritually charged! 🪔

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