What Is Mangal Dosha and How to Remove It?

Mangal Dosha is a special condition in Vedic astrology that happens when the planet Mars (Mangal) is in some specific places in your birth chart. Some people believe this can cause problems in marriage, like fights, delays, or stress between partners. But don’t worry! Let’s learn what Mangal Dosha is and how to reduce the effects of this using simple remedies.

What is Mangal Dosha?

When Mars sits in certain houses like 1st, 4th, 7th, 8th, or 12th, in your birth chart, it creates Mangal Dosha and you are called a Manglik. With this dosha, you may face problems in married life like:

• Delays in getting married
• Fights or arguments
• Less peace in the relationship

But, you can follow some remedies before marriage to reduce its effects.

Easy Remedies for Manglik Dosh

Here are some simple and trusted mangal dosha remedies that help balance Mars energy and reduce Manglik Dosh. 

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 1. Kumbh Vivah (Fake Marriage Ritual)

• You have to follow a symbolic marriage with a pot, tree, or idol before marrying your real partner.
• It helps to remove the bad effects of Mars.

2. Chant Effective Mantras

Saying powerful mantras helps cool down the angry energy of Mars.

• Hanuman Chalisa (a prayer to Lord Hanuman)
• Mangal Mantra: Om Kraam Kreem Kraum Sah Bhaumaya Namah

Chant these daily or every Tuesday for best results.

3. Keep Fast on Tuesdays

Mars rules Tuesday. So, fasting on this day helps calm its energy.

• Eat only once, or just have fruits or light food.
• Do this for 9 or 21 Tuesdays.

4. Worship Lord Hanuman

He is a powerful god who is closely connected to Mars.

• Go to a Hanuman temple every Tuesday
• Offer red flowers or sweets
• Read or listen to Hanuman Chalisa

This makes Mars less angry and brings peace.

5. Perform Mangal Shanti Puja

This is a special puja done by priests to reduce Mars’ bad effects.

• Includes mantras, offerings, and prayers
• Done with full rituals at home or temple
• Helps make marriage life smoother

6. Wear Red Coral Gemstone

The stone is also known as Moonga, linked to Mars.

• Wearing it can balance Mars if your chart allows it
• Very important: Always ask an astrologer before wearing any stone

7. Do Charity on Tuesdays

Giving things related to Mars to poor people brings good luck.

• Donate: Red clothes, red lentils, jaggery, or sweets
• Do it with respect and kind feelings

8. Manglik Marries Manglik

When two Manglik people marry, the dosh often cancels out.

• It balances the energy
• This is one of the best solutions

8. Chant the Gayatri Mantra

This is a very holy and powerful mantra.

• Chant it daily in the morning
• It helps bring peace, blessings, and reduces stress

9. Pray to Lord Ganesha

Lord Ganesha removes problems and brings success.

• Start your day or any new work by praying to Ganesha
• Especially before marriage, it helps remove obstacles

Why You Should Know Mangal Dosha

Many people think that Mangal Dosha only brings problems. But knowing about it helps you make better decisions. For example, if you are Manglik, you can choose to marry another Manglik to balance the energies.

How to Remove Mangal Dosha Completely?

While you can’t always remove it completely, you can make it weak by following some key Mangal Dosha remedies. This practice known as Mangal Dosha cancellation.

Ways to Cancel It:

• Manglik marries Manglik: This is the best match and cancels the Dosha.
• Mars in Aries, Scorpio, Capricorn: These signs make Mars stronger and reduce negative effects.
• After age 28: Astrologers believe Mangal Dosha becomes weak after 28 years of age.
• Mild Dosha: In some charts, Mangal Dosha is so mild that it doesn’t matter at all.

 Can Manglik Marry a Non-Manglik?

Yes, but it should be done with proper guidance.

Example: If you are Manglik, but your partner is not. Follow remedies like Hanuman Puja and fasting for happy married life. 

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Myths about Mangal Dosha

How to Check If You Have Mangal Dosha?

You can:

• Ask a Vedic astrologer to read your birth chart.
• Use online Mangal Dosha calculators by entering your birth date, time, and place.

How Astrologers Help with Mangal Dosha

Astrologers:

• Check if Mars is in the dangerous houses.
• See how strong Mars is.
• Suggest personal remedies.
• Help match the right partner.

Always get advice from a trusted and experienced astrologer. 

Manglik Dosh is not something to fear. A number of people are having it and living happy lives. The remedies are easy and helpful if done with belief. Talk to an expert before doing pujas or wearing gemstones. Stay positive, and follow the right steps. 

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FAQs:

Q1. How to fix Mangal Dosha?

Ans. Consider mantra chanting, perform Kumbh Vivah, fast on Tuesdays, pray to Lord Hanuman, and visit his temples.

Q2. Is Manglik Dosha removable?

Ans. It can’t be fully removed, but its effects can be reduced with mantras, pujas, and gemstones.

Q3. Are Manglik girls lucky?

Ans. It depends on beliefs—Manglik girls may face challenges, but with remedies or the right match, they can have a happy life.

Q4. Which god removes Mangal Dosha?

Ans. Worship Lord Mangal (Mars), Lord Hanuman, and Goddess Durga to reduce Mangal Dosha.

Q5. What age does Mangal Dosha end?

Ans. Mangal Dosha usually weakens or ends after the age of 28.