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Navratri day 3 is celebrated on the third day of the nine-day sacred festival, when devotees worship Maa Chandraghanta, a form of Goddess Durga who brings courage and peace. Below is a simple guide to the day — what it means, how people celebrate it, and important things to remember.
When is Day 3 Navratri?
For Shardiya Navratri 2025 (the autumn Navratri), the third day falls on the 24th of September.. Many panchang (Hindu calendar) listings show Navratri Day 3 on 24 September 2025 — but always check your city’s local panchang for exact tithi and muhurat.Who is the Day-3 Navratri Goddess — Maa Chandraghanta?
Maa Chandraghanta is the third form of Durga. Her name comes from the crescent moon (Chandra) on her forehead that looks like a bell (ghanta). She is shown wearing the half-moon and often has many hands holding weapons and a rosary. She is both peaceful and ready to fight evil.Mata Chandraghat symbolises courage, strength and victory over evil opponents. She bestows courage and protection to her devotees and dispels negativity, fear and obstacles.
Goddess Chandragahnata is depicted riding a lion and holding various weapons and symbols with her 10 hands. According to the mythology, the goddess is the married form of Goddess Parvati and is associated with peace, bravery, and serenity.
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What does Navratri Day 3 mean?
This day is about bravery, calmness, and strength. People pray to Maa Chandraghanta to remove fear, protect the home, and give the strength to face difficult times. Worshipping her helps a person become brave but also stay calm and kind.Navratri Day 3 Colour — (regional differences)
Different regions and traditions use different colours for Day 3. There is no single rule that everyone follows. However, red is the most common Navratri day 3 colour:- Red — Red colour clothes and flowers are used by many devotees during the worship of the goddess on day 3. The colour represents courage, power and passion and is associated with the Deity Chandraghanta.
- Grey —Grey colour is also linked with the 3rd day of Navratri. The colour is linked with balance, and in the deity Chandraghanta’s context, grey represents peaceful and balanced spirits that promote harmony.
- Clean your puja place and wear fresh clothes (many choose the day’s colour as red).
- Place an image or idol of Maa Chandraghanta on a small raised platform (chowki). Decorate with flowers.
- Light a diya (lamp) and some incense. Begin with Ganesh Vandana (a short prayer to Lord Ganesha).
- Offer red flowers to the mata (deity) and chant her mantra: (ॐ देवी चंद्रघण्टायै नमः (Om Devi Chandraghantayai Namah)
- Repeat this 11 or 21, 51 or 108 times if you can.
- Offerings (bhog): fruits, sweets, flowers, water, and panchamrit are commonly offered. Some devotees also offer sindoor (vermillion) on this day.
- Finish with aarti and share prasad with family.
Why do people fast or pray on this day?
Fasting and prayer on Navratri day 3 are meant to build inner strength, discipline, and focus. Many devotees feel that simple living and focused prayer help them become braver and more peaceful.Quick Facts (at a glance)
- Focus: Maa Chandraghanta (third form of Durga).
- Common colours: Red and Grey.
- Mantra: Om Devi Chandraghantayai Namah.
- Date: 24 Sept 2025 (confirm local panchang).
