🪔 About Deepavali/Lakshmi Pujan

Lord Ram, Lord Lakshman, and Ma Sita returned to Ayodhya on this day after living 14 years in exile. Diwali marks Sri Ram's victory over the Asura, Ravan, Sri Rama's successful rescue of Ma Sita, and his subsequent coronation as the King of Ayodhya. On this new moon night, devotees light lamps around their homes in fond remembrance and burst firecrackers.

Worship Lord Ram on this joyous day and feel your heart glow in his love.

Lakshmi Puja Muhurat: 06:17 PM to 08:20 PM

Duration: 02 hr. 02 min.

Other Celebrations

Nishita Kaal Kali Puja

On Kartik Amavasya, the Tantrik Puja of Ma Kali Puja is done to seek her blessings to destroy evil forces and negativity. Kali Puja eliminates ego and anger that hinder spiritual growth and progress. The Puja is started at midnight and it goes on through the month until the day of Kartik Purnima.

Kali Puja Nishita Muhurt: 11:39 PM (Nov. 8) to 12:31 AM (Nov. 09)

🙏 How to Do Pooja

Recommended Ritual: Nitya Puja of Ma Lakshmi with 24 offerings (19 min.)

  1. Wake up early and take a bath.
  2. Clean your home and puja space thoroughly.
  3. Perform the recommended ritual with devotion.
  4. Offer flowers, fruits, and incense.
  5. Chant mantras or prayers specific to this occasion.
  6. Conclude with aarti and distribute prasad.

✅ Do's & Don'ts

✅ Do's

  • Clean your puja space and important areas of your home.
  • Decorate with flowers, lamps, and simple rangoli if possible.
  • Perform nitya puja, yajna, or abhishek of the deity associated with this festival.
  • Share prasad with family, friends, and those in need.
  • Maintain respectful and gentle behavior toward people and animals.

⚠️ Don'ts

  • Avoid eating heavy, oily food and excessive sweets.
  • Avoid alcohol, rash driving, and loud celebrations.
  • Minimize waste; don't harm animals and the environment.