Mars · Mangal

Mars in Vedic astrology

Mars (Mangal) is the commander of the Navagraha and the natural significator of energy, courage, drive and aggression. It shows how you assert yourself, fight for what you want, and channel physical and competitive energy. Mars also governs siblings (especially younger), land and property.

A strong, well-placed Mars grants courage, discipline, athletic and technical ability and success in competition. An afflicted Mars can bring anger, impulsiveness, conflict, accidents or "Manglik" marriage concerns. Mars rules Tuesday and the signs Aries and Scorpio, and is the significator behind Mangal Dosha.

Remedies for Mars

• Worship Hanuman and recite the Hanuman Chalisa on Tuesdays
• Chant "Om Angarakaya Namaha" on Tuesdays
• Channel energy into exercise, sport and discipline
• Donate red lentils (masoor), red cloth or copper
• Wear Red Coral only after a proper chart consultation

Frequently asked questions

What does Mars represent in Vedic astrology?

Mars (Mangal) represents energy, courage, drive, aggression, siblings, land and property. It shows how you assert yourself and compete, and it is the planet behind Mangal (Manglik) Dosha.

Which sign is Mars exalted and debilitated in?

Mars is exalted in Capricorn (deepest at 28°) and debilitated in Cancer (28°). It rules Aries and Scorpio and holds its Moolatrikona in Aries (0°–12°).

How do I strengthen a weak Mars?

Worship Hanuman on Tuesdays, chant "Om Angarakaya Namaha", channel energy into disciplined exercise, donate red lentils or copper, and — only after a chart reading — consider Red Coral. Check your Mars with a free Kundli first.