48-Day Kanda Shashti Vratam for Overcoming Infertility
This method of lord Muruga vratham, done for a 48-day Mandala, has seen significant results.
When to start
This vratham can be started on a Shashti day by visiting a Muruga temple to seek his blessings to provide the strength needed to carry out the 48 days mandala.
Puja Procedure:
It is recommended to have a lord Muruga photo for the puja and decorate it with flowers every day. And light a ghee lamp (one lamp). And read kanda shashti kavacham song with at most dedication.
Naivedhyam:
Simple naivedhyam can be made by boiling the milk , adding honey or sugar.
This glass of milk , two beetle leaves and two bananas can be kept as naivedhyam.
Need for fasting ?
Fasting can be done according to ones health conditions. Normal process is to do follow the food habits that you start on the day one to continue for the rest of the 48 days. Example if you take milk and fruits for day 1, its better to continue the same for the 48 days.
Puja Timings:
Best timings are 12PM -1PM and 7PM-8PM
Kanda shashti Song Link is as below
https://youtu.be/CfXXMZK9grE?si=97fA8DlTEL_WuudA
Other FAQ's
For women who undergo monthly menstrual cycle can continue the day count after the 3 or 5 days of periods. This will not affect the mandala cycle so not to worry.