Planetary Pujas — Vedic Puja Vidhi
Mangal (Mars) Puja
Mangal Puja propitiates the planet Mars to remove Mangal Dosha (Kuja Dosha) — the malefic effect of Mars placed in the 1st, 4th, 7th, 8th, or 12th house of the birth chart. Mangal Dosha creates obstacles in marriage and relationships. The puja involves worshipping Lord Hanuman (as Mars's overlord deity), offering red flowers and lentils, and chanting Mars mantras on Tuesdays.
Last updated: 19 April 2026 · Source: Vedic Tradition
Benefits
Removes Mangal Dosha, ensures harmonious marriage, reduces aggression and conflicts, improves physical strength and health, brings success in competitive fields.
Step-by-Step Procedure
Visit Hanuman temple on Tuesday. Offer red flowers and masoor dal. Chant Mangal beej mantra (Om Kram Kreem Kraum Sah Bhaumaya Namah) 108 times. Read Hanuman Chalisa. Donate red cloth and masoor dal to poor. Perform puja at sunset.
Best Time (Muhurat)
Every Tuesday, especially at sunset. Mars transit into a new sign. During Mangal Mahadasha.
Materials Required (Samagri)
- ·Hanuman image
- ·Red flowers
- ·Masoor dal (red lentils)
- ·Red cloth
- ·Incense
- ·Ghee lamp
FAQ
Q.What is Mangal (Mars) Puja?
Mangal Puja propitiates the planet Mars to remove Mangal Dosha (Kuja Dosha) — the malefic effect of Mars placed in the 1st, 4th, 7th, 8th, or 12th house of the birth chart. Mangal Dosha creates obstacles in marriage and relationships. The puja involv...
Q.What are the benefits of Mangal (Mars) Puja?
Removes Mangal Dosha, ensures harmonious marriage, reduces aggression and conflicts, improves physical strength and health, brings success in competitive fields.
Q.What is the best time to perform Mangal (Mars) Puja?
Every Tuesday, especially at sunset. Mars transit into a new sign. During Mangal Mahadasha.
Q.What materials are needed for Mangal (Mars) Puja?
Hanuman image, Red flowers, Masoor dal (red lentils), Red cloth, Incense, Ghee lamp.