Mars represents courage, physical energy, determination, initiative, strength, confidence, younger siblings, property, competition and the ability to take action.

A strong Mars is traditionally associated with courage, leadership, stamina and determination, while an afflicted Mars may be associated with anger, impatience, conflicts, accidents, impulsive decisions and Manglik or Mangal Dosha. Astroshastra identifies Tuesday as the day of Mars and Copper as its associated metal, with Red Coral as its principal gemstone.

For this reason, Tuesday is traditionally considered an important day for Mangal Mantra, Hanuman worship, Mangal Puja, fasting, charity and other Mars-related remedies.

Why Is Tuesday Associated with Planet Mars?

In Vedic astrology, Tuesday is ruled by Mars or Mangal.

Mars traditionally represents:

• Courage and bravery
• Physical strength
• Energy and stamina
• Confidence
• Leadership
• Initiative
• Determination
• Younger brothers and siblings
• Land and property
• Engineering and technical skills
• Competition
• Assertiveness
• Action and ambition

Astroshastra describes Mars as the commander-in-chief among the nine planets and associates it with courage, strength, leadership, energy, property and determination.

For a detailed understanding of Mars, explore Planet Mars in Indian Astrology – Significance, Effects & Remedies.

1. Chant the Mangal Mantra on Tuesday

One of the simplest traditional Tuesday remedies is chanting the Mangal Beej Mantra.

Om Kraam Kreem Kraum Sah Bhaumaya Namah

Astroshastra recommends chanting the Mars mantra 108 times, particularly on Tuesday.

You can sit peacefully after bathing and chant the mantra with concentration.

2. Worship Lord Hanuman

Lord Hanuman is traditionally associated with courage, strength and protection, and Hanuman worship is widely recommended for Mars-related concerns.

Astroshastra recommends Hanuman worship on Tuesday, particularly when Mars is malefic or when Manglik Dosha is being considered.

A simple Tuesday practice can include:

Hanuman Puja + Hanuman Chalisa + Sindoor offering + Prasad

3. Recite Hanuman Chalisa

Reciting the Hanuman Chalisa on Tuesday is one of the most commonly followed traditional remedies for Mars.

Astroshastra's Tuesday fasting resource recommends worshipping Hanuman and reciting Hanuman Chalisa as part of Mangalvar Vrat.

4. Observe Tuesday Fast

Mangalvar Vrat, or Tuesday fasting, is a traditional remedy for Mars.

Astroshastra describes Tuesday fasting as a practice associated with Lord Hanuman and recommends worship, sweets and fruits, Hanuman Chalisa and traditional offerings during the fast.

Fasting practices differ between traditions, so follow a method suitable for you.

5. Offer Sindoor to Lord Hanuman

Sindoor is traditionally associated with Hanuman worship.

Astroshastra's Lal Kitab Mars remedies recommend worshipping Lord Hanuman on Tuesday and applying Sindoor to Him.

Devotees should follow the customs of the temple or their family tradition when making offerings.

6. Offer Red Flowers

Red is traditionally associated with Mars.

Astroshastra's Mangal Yantra worship procedure recommends red flowers, Kumkum, red sandalwood, Masoor Dal, jaggery and a ghee lamp as traditional offerings.

7. Use Copper on Tuesday

Copper is traditionally associated with Planet Mars.

Astroshastra's Mars remedies recommend greater use of copper vessels and even mention keeping a small copper piece with you as a traditional remedy.

Copper is also included among traditional Mars-related Daan articles.

8. Donate Red Lentils

Masoor Dal or red lentils is one of the principal traditional Mars-related charity items.

Astroshastra's current Planetary Daan Service lists:

Masoor Dal – 300 gm

Jaggery – 300 gm

for Planet Mars.

This can be donated personally or through Astroshastra's structured Daan service.

9. Donate Jaggery

Jaggery or Gur is another traditional Mars-related Daan item.

Astroshastra includes jaggery along with Masoor Dal for Mars Daan.

10. Donate Red Cloth

Red cloth is traditionally associated with Mangal.

Astroshastra's Mars resources recommend donating red clothes and other Mars-related articles on Tuesday.

11. Help Someone in Need

Traditional Mars charity does not have to be limited to specific articles.

Helping someone in need, supporting charitable causes and performing selfless service can also become part of a Tuesday spiritual routine.

Astroshastra's Mars resources recommend donating Mars-related articles to reduce adverse planetary influences.

12. Astroshastra Mars Daan Service

If you cannot personally perform the donation, Astroshastra provides a Planetary Daan Service.

For Planet Mars, the current service lists:

• Masoor Dal – 300 gm
• Jaggery – 300 gm

The Daan can currently be arranged for:

• 11 days
• 21 days
• 31 days
• 41 days

Astroshastra states that this service is intended for people who cannot perform planetary Daan themselves or who live away from the location where the donation would otherwise be performed.

13. Perform Mangal Puja

For a more dedicated Mars remedy, Mangal Puja may traditionally be considered.

Astroshastra's Mars resources specifically mention Mangal Puja, Mangal Homa and Mangal Abhishek as traditional services for appeasing Planet Mars.

These remedies may be considered when Mars is significantly afflicted or during challenging Mars periods.

14. Perform Mangal Abhishek

Astroshastra currently provides Abhishekam Services that include Mangal Abhishek for courage, strength and protection.

Tuesday is traditionally the natural day for Mangal-related worship.

15. Perform Mangal Homa

Mangal Homa is a traditional Vedic fire ritual dedicated to Mars.

Astroshastra's Mars resource specifically lists Mangal Homa among its Mars-related remedial services.

This can be considered when a more elaborate Mars remedy is desired.

16. Worship Lord Kartikeya

Lord Kartikeya is traditionally associated with Mars.

Astroshastra recommends Kartikeya worship in particular circumstances involving Mars, including certain Mars placements and Dasha conditions.

Therefore, Tuesday worship may include:

Mangal Mantra + Kartikeya Puja

where appropriate.

17. Mangal Yantra for Mars Remedies

Mangal Yantra is one of the principal Astroshastra products for Planet Mars.

Explore Mangal Yantra – Vedic Remedy for Mangal Dosha, Strength & Assertive Energy.

Astroshastra recommends Tuesday as an especially auspicious day for installing and worshipping Mangal Yantra.

Traditional worship materials include:

• Red flowers
• Kumkum
• Red sandalwood
• Masoor Dal
• Jaggery
• Red cloth
• Ghee lamp

The Mangal Beej Mantra may also be chanted 108 times.

18. Hanuman Yantra for Mars Remedies

Astroshastra also offers a Hanuman Yantra.

The product is traditionally recommended for Hanuman worship and is specifically associated with situations involving malefic Mars. Astroshastra recommends Tuesday fasting and a regular worship routine with the Yantra.

This can be particularly relevant for people who prefer a Hanuman-based Mars remedy.

19. Red Coral – Principal Gemstone of Mars

Red Coral or Moonga is traditionally regarded as the principal gemstone of Planet Mars.

Explore Red Coral Gemstone – Moonga for Mars.

Astroshastra associates Red Coral with Mars and traditionally connects it with courage, energy, confidence and determination.

Its Mars-remedy resource recommends Red Coral only when appropriate for the horoscope.

20. Should Everyone Wear Red Coral?

No.

Red Coral should not be worn simply because Tuesday is the day of Mars.

Astroshastra recommends consulting an astrologer before wearing Red Coral because strengthening Mars is not appropriate for every horoscope.

Before recommending Red Coral, an astrologer may examine:

• Ascendant
• Mars's house
• Mars's sign
• Mars's lordship
• Aspects
• Conjunctions
• Mars Mahadasha
• Mars Antardasha
• Overall planetary strength

For personalised guidance, explore Get Your Horoscope Analysed by an Astro Expert.

21. Three Mukhi Rudraksha for Mars

Three Mukhi Rudraksha is one of the principal Rudraksha beads associated with Mars.

Explore Three Mukhi Rudraksha – Benefits, Uses & Significance.

Astroshastra identifies Mars as the ruling planet of Three Mukhi Rudraksha and associates the bead with confidence, energy and traditional Mars remedies.

It is also discussed by Astroshastra in connection with Mangal Dosha.

22. Mangal Power Rudraksha Pendant

Astroshastra offers a dedicated Mangal Power Rudraksha Pendant.

The pendant contains Three Mukhi Rudraksha beads and is specifically designed around the traditional symbolism of Mars.

The current product is available in different forms, including:

• Indonesian Three Mukhi beads with red thread
• Indonesian Three Mukhi beads with silver chain
• Nepal Three Mukhi beads with red thread
• Other pendant options

23. Three Mukhi Rudraksha Mala

Astroshastra's Rudraksha resources also list 3 Mukhi Java Mala among its Rudraksha Mala collection.

A Three Mukhi Mala may be considered by people looking for a dedicated Rudraksha-based Mars practice.

24. Rudraksha for Manglik Dosha

Astroshastra's Manglik Dosha Remedies includes Rudraksha among its traditional remedies for Mangal Dosha.

The resource discusses:

• Fourteen Mukhi Rudraksha
• Three Mukhi Rudraksha
• Mangal Yantra
• Hanuman Yantra
• Hanuman worship
• Mangal Puja
• Red Coral

as traditional approaches to Mangal Dosha.

The appropriate remedy should be selected according to the complete horoscope.

25. Mangal Dosha and Tuesday Remedies

Mangal Dosha, also called Manglik or Kuja Dosha, is traditionally assessed when Mars occupies certain houses in the birth chart.

Astroshastra discusses Mars in the 1st, 4th, 7th, 8th and 12th houses as traditional placements considered in Manglik Dosha analysis.

However, Manglik Dosha should not be judged from Mars placement alone.

The entire horoscope, including cancellation conditions, planetary strength, the seventh house, Venus, Jupiter and other factors, should be considered.

Astroshastra also emphasises that being Manglik does not automatically mean an unsuccessful marriage.

26. Hanuman Abhishek for Manglik Dosha

Astroshastra's Manglik Dosha resource recommends Hanuman Abhishek on Tuesday as one of the traditional remedies.

This can be combined with:

Hanuman Chalisa + Mangal Mantra + Tuesday Fast

where appropriate.

27. Mangal Shanti Puja

For people with significant Mangal Dosha or an afflicted Mars, a traditional Mangal Shanti Puja may be considered.

Astroshastra's Manglik Dosha resources recommend Mangal Shanti Puja before marriage in appropriate cases.

The purpose is traditionally to pacify adverse Mars influences rather than simply "remove" Mars from the horoscope.

28. Tuesday Remedies for Anger

Mars is traditionally associated with anger, aggression, competitiveness and impulsive action.

Astroshastra's Mars resources recommend controlling anger and channeling Mars energy constructively.

Useful habits include:

• Regular exercise
• Yoga
• Meditation
• Avoiding unnecessary arguments
• Practising patience
• Avoiding impulsive decisions
• Using physical energy constructively

A Mars remedy should ideally help develop courage without aggression.

29. Tuesday Remedies for Courage and Confidence

A strong Mars is traditionally associated with courage, initiative and confidence.

Astroshastra recommends Mars Mantra, Hanuman worship, Tuesday fasting, appropriate charity and Red Coral only when astrologically suitable.

Three Mukhi Rudraksha is another traditional Mars-associated option.

30. Tuesday Remedies for Property and Land

Mars is traditionally associated with land, property, construction and real estate.

Astroshastra associates Mars with landed and immovable property and notes that Mars-related professions include real estate, engineering and technical fields.

Traditional Mars remedies may therefore be considered when Mars creates difficulties involving property, disputes or construction.

31. Tuesday Remedies for Siblings

Mars is traditionally regarded as the significator of younger brothers and siblings.

Astroshastra identifies brothers, courage and siblings among Mars's traditional significations.

Maintaining respectful relationships with siblings and avoiding unnecessary disputes can therefore complement Mars-related spiritual practices.

32. Tuesday Remedies for Career and Competition

Mars is traditionally associated with:

• Defence
• Police
• Engineering
• Surgery
• Sports
• Real estate
• Technical work
• Competition
• Leadership

Astroshastra describes Mars as particularly relevant to careers requiring courage, physical energy, technical ability and determination.

For career-related Mars concerns, traditional remedies may include Mangal Mantra, Hanuman worship and Mangal Yantra.

33. Mars Mahadasha and Antardasha

Mars has a traditional 7-year Mahadasha in Vimshottari Dasha.

Astroshastra recommends Mars-related remedies during challenging Mars periods, including mantra, fasting, charity, worship and suitable gemstone or Rudraksha remedies.

A gemstone such as Red Coral should only be selected after examining the complete horoscope.

34. Mars in the Twelve Houses

Mars produces different results depending upon its house placement.

Astroshastra provides dedicated Mars resources for individual houses, including Mars in the Eighth House.

Mars in the 8th house, for example, is traditionally examined for sudden events, disputes, transformation and accident-related tendencies, while Mars in other houses can produce completely different results.

This is why one Mars remedy cannot be considered suitable for every horoscope.

35. Mars and Manglik Dosha in Marriage

Mars has a particularly important role in traditional Vedic marriage astrology.

Astroshastra explains that afflicted Mars in certain houses can contribute to Manglik Dosha, but also emphasises that Mars should not automatically be treated as a cause of marital disaster.

Marriage compatibility should be assessed using the complete horoscope rather than Manglik status alone.

36. Lal Kitab Remedies for Mars

Astroshastra provides a dedicated Lal Kitab Remedies for Planet Mars.

Traditional practices discussed there include:

• Tuesday fasting
• Hanuman worship
• Sindoor
• Sweet offerings
• Red handkerchief
• Red clothes
• Masoor Dal remedies
• Jaggery
• Feeding birds
• Copper-related remedies
• Other Mars-specific Totakas

These practices belong specifically to the Lal Kitab tradition and should be understood within that system.

37. Tuesday Remedies According to Lal Kitab

Astroshastra's Daywise Remedies in Lal Kitab identifies Tuesday as the day of Mars.

For a person whose Mars is malefic or debilitated, its traditional Tuesday recommendations include:

• Avoiding Masoor Dal and other Mars objects for personal use
• Immersing Rewari in water
• Distributing sweet bread among children and monkeys
• Visiting Hanumanji's temple

For a person with favourable Mars, it recommends distributing Prasad at a Hanuman temple and using Mars-related objects.

38. Hanuman Yantra for Mars

If you prefer a deity-based remedy instead of a planetary Yantra, Hanuman Yantra can be considered.

Astroshastra specifically connects Hanuman Yantra worship with malefic Mars and recommends Tuesday fasting along with its worship.

39. Mangal Products Available at Astroshastra

Astroshastra's Mars resources currently include several traditional Mangal-related products.

Mars Gemstone

Red Coral / Moonga — principal gemstone traditionally associated with Mars.

Mars Rudraksha

Three Mukhi Rudraksha — directly associated with Mars.

Mars Pendant

Mangal Power Rudraksha Pendant — Three Mukhi Rudraksha-based Mars pendant.

Mars Yantra

Mangal Yantra — dedicated to Planet Mars.

Hanuman Remedy

Hanuman Yantra — traditional Hanuman remedy associated with Mars.

Mars Puja Services

Mangal Puja, Mangal Homa and Mangal Abhishek are listed among Astroshastra's Mars-related services.

40. Which Tuesday Remedy Is Right for You?

There is no single Mars remedy suitable for everyone.

For a simple Tuesday routine:

Hanuman Chalisa + Mangal Mantra + Tuesday Worship

For charity:

Masoor Dal + Jaggery + Red Cloth

For a gemstone:

Red Coral / Moonga

For Rudraksha:

Three Mukhi Rudraksha

For a Yantra:

Mangal Yantra or Hanuman Yantra

For Manglik Dosha:

Mangal Shanti Puja + Hanuman Worship + Suitable Rudraksha or Gemstone

For a dedicated ritual:

Mangal Puja + Mangal Homa + Mangal Abhishek

For structured charity:

Mars Planetary Daan Service

The correct remedy should ideally be selected after examining the complete horoscope.

41. A Simple Tuesday Remedy Routine

If you want a simple routine without performing many remedies:

Step 1: Wake up and bathe.

Step 2: Wear clean red or suitable clothing.

Step 3: Visit or worship Lord Hanuman.

Step 4: Recite Hanuman Chalisa.

Step 5: Chant the Mangal Beej Mantra 108 times.

Step 6: Donate Masoor Dal and Jaggery.

Step 7: Maintain discipline and avoid unnecessary anger or confrontation.

This combines several traditional Tuesday and Mars practices described in Astroshastra's Mars resources.

Tuesday is traditionally the day of Mangal or Planet Mars, making it an important day for cultivating courage, discipline, controlled energy and determination.

A simple Tuesday practice can begin with Hanuman worship, Hanuman Chalisa, Mangal Mantra and charity.

For stronger traditional remedies, Astroshastra provides Red Coral, Three Mukhi Rudraksha, Mangal Power Pendant, Mangal Yantra and Hanuman Yantra, along with Mangal Puja, Mangal Homa, Mangal Abhishek and Mars Daan services.

The deeper lesson of Mars is not simply about increasing aggression. It is about learning to use energy with discipline, courage with wisdom and strength with responsibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Which planet rules Tuesday?

Tuesday is traditionally ruled by Planet Mars, known as Mangal or Bhauma.

2. What is the best Tuesday remedy for Mars?

Traditional remedies include Hanuman worship, Hanuman Chalisa, Mangal Mantra, Tuesday fasting, charity and suitable Mars-related gemstones or Rudraksha.

3. Which mantra should be chanted on Tuesday?

A traditional Mangal Beej Mantra is:

Om Kraam Kreem Kraum Sah Bhaumaya Namah

4. Which gemstone is associated with Mars?

Red Coral or Moonga is traditionally associated with Planet Mars.

5. Which Rudraksha is associated with Mars?

Three Mukhi Rudraksha is directly associated with Mars in Astroshastra's Rudraksha resources.

6. What should be donated on Tuesday?

Traditional Mars Daan includes Masoor Dal, Jaggery, red cloth and other Mars-related articles. Astroshastra's current Mars Daan service uses Masoor Dal and Jaggery.

7. Is Tuesday fasting a Mars remedy?

Yes. Mangalvar Vrat is a traditional Tuesday practice associated with Lord Hanuman and Mars.

8. What is Mangal Yantra?

Mangal Yantra is a sacred Yantra dedicated to Planet Mars and is traditionally worshipped on Tuesday.

9. Should everyone wear Red Coral?

No. Red Coral should ideally be selected after analysing the horoscope because strengthening Mars is not suitable for every birth chart.

10. What is Manglik Dosha?

Manglik Dosha is a traditional Vedic astrology condition associated with Mars occupying certain houses of the horoscope. Its actual significance should be assessed using the complete birth chart.

11. Which Astroshastra Puja services are associated with Mars?

Astroshastra's Mars resources list Mangal Puja, Mangal Homa and Mangal Abhishek, while its Abhishekam service currently lists Mangal Abhishek.

12. Which Astroshastra products are associated with Mars?

The principal options include Red Coral, Three Mukhi Rudraksha, Mangal Power Pendant, Mangal Yantra and Hanuman Yantra.