Mangla Gauri Pooja is a significant Hindu ritual dedicated to Goddess Mangla Gauri, a form of Goddess Parvati. It is performed mainly by married women for the well-being and longevity of their husbands and for family happiness. This pooja is especially popular in the Indian states of Bihar, Jharkhand, and Uttar Pradesh, and is often observed on Tuesdays or during the month of Shravan (July-August).

Key Features

Timing and Dates:- The pooja is typically performed on Tuesdays.

• It is particularly prominent during the month of Shravan, which is considered auspicious for worshiping Goddess Parvati.

Preparation:- Clean the pooja area and set up a small altar or pooja space.

• Gather pooja items such as flowers, diya (oil lamp), incense sticks, fruits, sweets, and a new cloth or saree for the deity.

Cleanliness and Sanctity:- Bathe and wear clean, traditional attire.

• Ensure the pooja area is well-decorated with flowers and rangoli (colorful patterns).

Setup the Altar:- Place an image or idol of Goddess Mangla Gauri on the altar. If a specific idol or image is not available, a simple representation or a picture of Goddess Parvati can be used, Decorate the altar with flowers and rangoli.

Start with Ganesh Pooja:- Offer prayers to Lord Ganesha to remove any obstacles.

• Light the diya and incense sticks.

Perform the Main Pooja:

Offerings:- Begin by offering water, milk, honey, and sugar to the deity.

Sandalwood Paste and Vermilion:- Apply sandalwood paste and vermilion on the deity’s image or idol.

Flowers and Fruits:- Offer flowers and fruits to Goddess Mangla Gauri.

Bilva Leaves (if available):- Offer Bilva leaves, which are considered auspicious.

Recite Prayers and Mantras:- The Mangla Gauri Vandana or any specific hymns dedicated to Goddess Mangla Gauri. Some popular mantras are: "Om Mangla Gauryai Namah".

• If a specific stotra or katha (story) is available, recite it with devotion.

Perform Aarti:- Perform aarti (waving of the lighted lamp) while singing devotional songs praising Goddess Mangla Gauri.

Prasad and Distribution:- Prepare and offer prasad (food offerings) to the deity. Common prasad items include sweets like ladoos and fruits.

• Distribute the prasad among family members and guests.

Conclusion:- Express gratitude to Goddess Mangla Gauri for her blessings.

Perform any additional rituals or prayers as per personal or family tradition.

Additional Notes

Fasting:- Some devotees may observe a fast on the day of the pooja. The fast may involve abstaining from certain foods or eating only once during the day.

Devotion:- Approach the pooja with sincerity and devotion. The intention and reverence with which the pooja is performed are considered more important than the ritual itself.

Mangla Gauri Pooja is believed to bring blessings for marital harmony, family prosperity, and overall well-being. It is an important ritual for many women seeking the divine grace of Goddess Mangla Gauri.