Lakshmi Puja is a special Hindu festival dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi, who is the goddess of wealth, prosperity, and well-being. It is one of the key rituals during Diwali when people invite good fortune, remove negativity and welcome light and abundance into their homes.
The most special moment is Lakshmi Puja, when people welcome Goddess Lakshmi into their homes with prayers, flowers, and offerings.
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Read on to know the importance, rituals, and muhurat (auspicious time) for Lakshmi Puja 2025.
Lakshmi Puja 2025 Date & Timings
Date: Monday, 20th October 2025
Puja Muhurat – 07:08 PM to 08:18 PM
Duration: 01 Hour 11 Mins
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Pradosh Kaal | 05:45 PM to 08:17 PM |
| Vrishabha Kaal | 07:07 PM to 09:02 PM |
| Amavasya Tithi Begins | 03:44 PM on October 20, 2025 |
| Amavasya Tithi Ends | 05:54 PM on October 21, 2025 |
Because local sunrise, moonrise, and tithi depend on location, many people check their regional panchang or temple announcements for the exact muhurat (auspicious time).
City-Wise Lakshmi Puja Timings
| City | Puja Time |
| Pune | 07:38 PM to 08:37 PM |
| New Delhi | 07:08 PM to 08:18 PM |
| Chennai | 07:20 PM to 08:14 PM |
| Jaipur | 07:17 PM to 08:25 PM |
| Hyderabad | 07:21 PM to 08:19 PM |
| Gurgaon | 07:09 PM to 08:19 PM |
| Chandigarh | 07:06 PM to 08:19 PM |
| Kolkata | 05:06 PM to 05:54 PM |
| Mumbai | 07:41 PM to 08:41 PM |
| Bengaluru | 07:31 PM to 08:25 PM |
| Ahmedabad | 07:36 PM to 08:40 PM |
| Noida | 07:07 PM to 08:18 PM |
Lakshmi Puja Preparations
1. Homes are cleaned thoroughly before Lakshmi Puja.
2. People decorate with rangoli (floor patterns made of colored powders), flower garlands, and fresh blooms.
3. Diyas (oil lamps) and lights are lit all around the house to bring brightness and drive away darkness.
4. The altar or puja area is prepared with a clean cloth, often red or yellow and decorated before placing the idol or image of Goddess Lakshmi.
Important Ritual Items
Some essential items for Lakshmi Puja include:
- Idol or picture of Goddess Lakshmi
- Lamps/diyas and oil or ghee
- Incense sticks
- Flowers and garlands
- Sweets, fruits, and other offerings
- Rice, grains, and other food items
- Coins, gold or silver items
- Red cloth, kumkum (vermillion), turmeric
- Water, betel leaves, coconut, etc.
These items are offered with devotion during puja.
Step by Step Guide for Rituals
Here is a simplified flow of how Lakshmi Puja is often done:
1. Ganesh Invocation
First, invoke Lord Ganesha to remove obstacles and grant auspicious beginnings.
2. Purification and Invocation of Lakshmi
Cleanse the area and call in Goddess Lakshmi with mantras.
3. Offerings (Upacharas)
Offer flowers, incense, lamp, food, coins, and other items to Lakshmi.
4. Aarti and Bhajans
Perform aarti (circling lit lamp) and sing devotional songs in praise of Lakshmi.
5. Prayers & Wishes
Pray for wealth, prosperity, peace, and well-being for family.
6. Distribution of Prasad
After puja, distribute sweets and offerings (prasad) to family and guests.
The exact sequence may vary regionally and by tradition, but these are common steps.
Significance of Lakshmi Puja
Welcoming Prosperity
The puja is believed to help bring financial prosperity, success, and well-being into the home.
Victory of Light Over Darkness
Lighting diyas and illuminating the home during Diwali shows the triumph of light, knowledge, and goodness over ignorance and negativity.
Spiritual & Moral Growth
Beyond material wealth, devotees pray for peace, harmony, and moral strength.
Unity & Gratitude
Families come together to celebrate, express gratitude for blessings, and renew hope for the future.
Regional Variations & Practices
Different regions in India may have specific customs, chants, or local rituals for Lakshmi Puja. Some may include additional deities, local offerings, or unique folk traditions. The heart of the puja remains the same — devotion to Goddess Lakshmi.
Dos and Don’ts (Pro Tips)
Do’s:
- Start preparations well in advance (cleaning, decorating).
- Use fresh flowers and fresh offerings.
- Keep the place clean and pure.
- Offer with full devotion and sincerity, not just mechanically.
Don’ts:
- Don’t start puja in a cluttered or dirty space.
- Avoid using stale or spoiled food items for offerings.
- Don’t rush through prayers; give time for devotion.
- Avoid negative thoughts or arguments during the puja time.
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