According to Vedic Astrology, Mars is a fierce planet and commander among the Navagraha. Also known as Chevvai, Kuja, Angaraha and Bowma, Mars is a highly energetic planet that can symbolize the emotional aspects of a person. The fiery planet denotes traits like courage, aggression, enemies, weapons, engineering, armed forces, police, administrators, and metals. Mars, when well-placed in a birth chart, it can impart strength, courage, confidence, and vitality in an individual.