Chaitra Navratri 2026: Skandamata Worship on Day 5 Brings Blessings, Know Offerings & Mantras

• Chaitra Navratri 2026 begins March 19; the 5th day is dedicated to Maa Skandamata, the fifth form of Navdurga.
• Skandamata, seated on a lotus (Padmasana Devi), holds Lord Skanda and lotus flowers, blessing devotees with Varada Mudra.
• Worship of Skandamata brings happiness, prosperity, salvation, resolves child-related issues, and reduces health obstacles.
• Offering bananas to Skandamata is auspicious; consuming this prasad helps resolve child-related problems and health issues.
• Skandamata is the presiding deity of the solar system, bestowing brilliance, energy, and positivity upon devotees.