Diwali 2023: Lakshmi Puja Date, City-wise Shubh Muhurat, Puja Vidhi and Significance – News18

DIWALI 2023: Lakshmi Puja, an integral part of the Diwali festival, is a significant and revered ritual dedicated to the worship of Goddess Lakshmi. Typically marked on the third day of Diwali, Lakshmi Puja plays a pivotal role in this five-day festival of lights. It symbolises the deep-rooted belief that invoking the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi during this auspicious time will bring about wealth, success and prosperity in the lives of those who worship her.

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Lakshmi Puja 2023: Date

This year, Lakshmi Puja falls on November 12. It is observed on the evening of the ‘amavasya tithi,’ which refers to the new moon day in the Hindu lunar calendar.

Lakshmi Puja 2023: Shubh Muhurat

In most cities, the main Lakshmi Puja muhurat is from 5:05 pm to 7:03 pm on Diwali day. Additionally, there are auspicious time periods known as Pradosh Kal (4:54 pm to 7:29 pm) and Vrishabh Kal (5:05 pm to 7:03 pm) that align with the puja. The Nishita Kal Lakshmi Puja muhurat falls on November 13 from 10:55 pm to 11:47 pm, according to Drik Panchang.

City-wise Lakshmi Puja Muhurat

• Pune: 6:09 pm to 8:09 pm
• New Delhi: 5:39 pm to 7:35 pm
• Chennai: 5:52 pm to 7:54 pm
• Jaipur: 5:48 pm to 7:44 pm
• Hyderabad: 5:52 pm to 7:53 pm
• Gurugram: 5:40 pm to 7:36 pm
• Chandigarh: 5:37 pm to 7:32 pm
• Kolkata: 5:05 pm to 7:03 pm
• Mumbai: 6:12 pm to 8:12 pm
• Bengaluru: 6:03 pm to 8:05 pm
• Ahmedabad: 6:07 pm to 8:06 pm
• Noida: 5:39 pm to 7:34 pm

Lakshmi Puja Vidhi

1. The Lakshmi Puja ceremony involves meticulous preparation, including purifying the Puja space and gathering essential offerings.
2. The worship begins with invoking Lord Ganesha to remove obstacles and then inviting Goddess Lakshmi into the home.
3. Various offerings like water, flowers, incense, fruits, and sweets are presented to the deity, signifying purity, devotion, and abundance.
4. The lighting of the diyas symbolises the dispelling of darkness and the arrival of prosperity.
5. Chanting mantras and singing Aartis is an integral part of the Puja, accompanied by personal prayers expressing gratitude and wishes.
6. This ritual concludes with the distribution of Prasad, followed by joyous feasting and celebrations, fostering a sense of unity, gratitude, and hope for a prosperous and harmonious life.

Lakshmi Puja: Significance

As the Hindu goddess of wealth, prosperity, and good fortune, Goddess Lakshmi holds a central place in the hearts of millions of devotees. This Puja is a way to seek good health, wealth, and success in life.

Lakshmi is not only the goddess of wealth but also a symbol of spiritual well-being. People believe that worshiping her brings strength and calmness and helps them achieve their life goals.

This celebration involves various rituals and is a time for gratitude and family gatherings.