The third day of Gupt Navratri, 17 July 2026, honours Maa Chandraghanta - the fierce yet benevolent form who bears a crescent moon shaped like a bell (ghanta) upon her forehead. She is worshipped for courage, protection and the removal of obstacles, qualities that resonate deeply with the protective spirit of Gupt Navratri and Baglamukhi sadhana alike. This guide covers her puja vidhi, mantra, katha and benefits.
Wherever a belief is described, it is presented as tradition holds it, not as a guaranteed outcome.
Table of Contents
Gupt Navratri Day 3 date
Who is Maa Chandraghanta?
Maa Chandraghanta puja vidhi
Maa Chandraghanta mantra
Maa Chandraghanta katha
Bhog and offerings
Benefits according to tradition
Day 3 and Baglamukhi worship
Quick summary
Frequently asked questions
Gupt Navratri Day 3 date
Gupt Navratri Day 3 falls on Friday, 17 July 2026. Devotees continue the vrat and worship Maa Chandraghanta, invoking courage and protection.
Who is Maa Chandraghanta?
Maa Chandraghanta is the third Navadurga form, named for the crescent moon (chandra) shaped like a bell (ghanta) on her forehead. Depicted riding a tiger with ten arms bearing weapons, she embodies courage, protection and the readiness to defend her devotees.
Her fierce-yet-graceful nature aligns naturally with Gupt Navratri, a season devoted to protective, obstacle-stilling worship.
Maa Chandraghanta puja vidhi
Bathe, purify the space, and tend the lamp.
Place her image and offer water, roli, akshat and flowers.
Offer red flowers, which are dear to her.
Chant her mantra with devotion.
Continue your Baglamukhi mantra japa on a turmeric mala.
Read the Durga Saptashati and conclude with aarti.
Maa Chandraghanta mantra
ॐ देवी चन्द्रघण्टायै नमः॥ Om Devi Chandraghantayai Namah.
Maa Chandraghanta katha
According to tradition, Maa Chandraghanta arose as a fierce, radiant form to protect the devas and vanquish demonic forces. The sound of her bell is said to terrify negativity and evil, driving it away from her devotees. Her katha is one of protective power wielded for the good - the goddess who stands guard between her devotees and harm.
This protective theme is precisely why her worship resonates during Gupt Navratri, when devotees seek the shielding grace of the Mother.
Bhog and offerings
The traditional bhog for Maa Chandraghanta is milk or milk-based sweets (kheer), offered for freedom from sorrow and for peace, in traditional belief. Red flowers and sattvic prasad are also offered.
Benefits according to tradition
Worship of Maa Chandraghanta is believed to bring - as fruits of faith, not guarantees:
Courage and fearlessness
Protection from negativity and harm
Removal of obstacles
Peace, calm and confidence
Day 3 and Baglamukhi worship
Maa Chandraghanta's protective grace echoes the very reason devotees turn to Maa Baglamukhi during Gupt Navratri - for protection, courage and the stilling of hostility. Those facing conflict or negativity often perform a Baglamukhi Havan or continue their Baglamukhi Anushthan through these days at the Nalkheda Baglamukhi Temple.
Quick summary
Gupt Navratri Day 3: 17 July 2026; Maa Chandraghanta.
Represents: courage, protection, obstacle removal.
Mantra: Om Devi Chandraghantayai Namah.
Bhog: milk or kheer; red flowers.
For Baglamukhi devotees: a day resonant with protective worship.
अंतिम बात / Seek protection this Gupt Navratri
Maa Chandraghanta's bell drives away negativity - and for devotees facing conflict, enemies or unseen harm, Gupt Navratri is the most powerful time to seek Maa Baglamukhi's protective grace. The priests of Maa Baglamukhi Guru at Nalkheda perform authentic Baglamukhi puja, havan and anushthan in your name and gotra, with live sankalp, video and worldwide prasad delivery. Book your Gupt Navratri Baglamukhi Puja today. 📞 +91 73895 67650 · Jai Maa Baglamukhi.
FAQ Section
1. When is Gupt Navratri Day 3 in 2026?
Friday, 17 July 2026, dedicated to Maa Chandraghanta.
2. Which goddess is worshipped on Day 3?
Maa Chandraghanta, the third Navadurga form, who embodies courage and protection.
3. What is the Maa Chandraghanta mantra?
Om Devi Chandraghantayai Namah.
4. What is the katha of Maa Chandraghanta?
She arose as a fierce, radiant protector of the devas; the sound of her bell is said to drive away negativity and evil from her devotees.
5. What bhog is offered on Day 3?
Milk or milk-based sweets like kheer, along with red flowers and sattvic prasad.
6. How does Day 3 connect to Baglamukhi worship?
Her protective grace mirrors why devotees seek Maa Baglamukhi during Gupt Navratri - for protection, courage and the stilling of hostility.
7. Can I book a protective Baglamukhi havan online?
Yes - performed in your name and gotra at the correct muhurat, with live video and worldwide prasad delivery.