Chaitra Navratri Special: Maa Skandamata and Bhagwan Kartikeya Putra Prapti Puja" is a special event held annually during Navratri, where devotees worship Mother Skandamata and her son, Lord Kartikeya. This puja is particularly significant for couples who wish for children. Maa Skandamata, who is the fifth form of Goddess Durga, blesses her devotees with offspring and brings happiness and prosperity into their lives. During the puja, Vedic mantras are recited, religious rituals are observed, and devotees receive specially prepared prasad from the temple. This puja not only provides material benefits but also aids in spiritual advancement, boosting the morale of the devotees and energizing them for their lives ahead.
It is believed that the Skandamata Temple, located in Kashi (Varanasi), protects the city from evil forces and black magic. The Skandamata Temple, situated in Kashi (Varanasi), is believed to shield the city from both evil forces and black magic.
According to the Kashi Khand and Devi Purana, Goddess Skandamata took this form to defeat the demon Devasura, who was terrorizing the city. She answered the prayers of her devotees and destroyed him. This temple in the Jagatpura area of Kashi has been fulfilling the wishes of devotees for centuries. Skandamata is revered for her protective and benevolent nature.