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href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/lakshmi-puja-date-timings-rituals\/#Lakshmi_Puja_2025_Date_Timings\" >Lakshmi Puja 2025 Date & Timings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/lakshmi-puja-date-timings-rituals\/#Lakshmi_Puja_Preparations\" >Lakshmi Puja Preparations<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/lakshmi-puja-date-timings-rituals\/#Important_Ritual_Items\" >Important Ritual Items<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/lakshmi-puja-date-timings-rituals\/#Step_by_Step_Guide_for_Rituals\" >Step by Step Guide for Rituals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/lakshmi-puja-date-timings-rituals\/#Significance_of_Lakshmi_Puja\" >Significance of Lakshmi Puja<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/lakshmi-puja-date-timings-rituals\/#Regional_Variations_Practices\" >Regional Variations & Practices<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/lakshmi-puja-date-timings-rituals\/#Dos_and_Donts_Pro_Tips\" >Dos and Don\u2019ts (Pro Tips)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lakshmi_Puja_2025_Date_Timings\"><\/span>Lakshmi Puja 2025 Date & Timings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Date: <mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-accent-color\">Monday, 20th October 2025<\/mark><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Puja Muhurat – <mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-accent-color\">07:08 PM to 08:18 PM<\/mark><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Duration: <\/strong> 01 Hour 11 Mins<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Event<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Date & Time<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Pradosh Kaal<\/strong><\/td><td>05:45 PM to 08:17 PM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Vrishabha Kaal<\/strong><\/td><td>07:07 PM to 09:02 PM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Amavasya Tithi Begins<\/strong><\/td><td>03:44 PM on October 20, 2025<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Amavasya Tithi Ends<\/strong><\/td><td>05:54 PM on October 21, 2025<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Because local sunrise, moonrise, and tithi depend on location, many people check their regional <em>panchang<\/em> or temple announcements for the exact <em>muhurat<\/em> (auspicious time).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">City-Wise Lakshmi Puja Timings<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>City<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Puja Time<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Pune<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">07:38 PM to 08:37 PM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>New Delhi<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">07:08 PM to 08:18 PM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Chennai<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">07:20 PM to 08:14 PM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Jaipur<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">07:17 PM to 08:25 PM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Hyderabad<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">07:21 PM to 08:19 PM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Gurgaon<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">07:09 PM to 08:19 PM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Chandigarh<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">07:06 PM to 08:19 PM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Kolkata<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">05:06 PM to 05:54 PM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Mumbai<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">07:41 PM to 08:41 PM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Bengaluru<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">07:31 PM to 08:25 PM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Ahmedabad<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">07:36 PM to 08:40 PM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Noida<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">07:07 PM to 08:18 PM<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lakshmi_Puja_Preparations\"><\/span>Lakshmi Puja Preparations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Homes are <strong>cleaned thoroughly<\/strong> before Lakshmi Puja.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. People decorate with <strong>rangoli<\/strong> (floor patterns made of colored powders), <strong>flower garlands<\/strong>, and <strong>fresh blooms<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. <strong>Diyas<\/strong> (oil lamps) and lights are lit all around the house to bring brightness and drive away darkness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Ritual_Items\"><\/span>Important Ritual Items<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some essential items for Lakshmi Puja include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Idol or picture of Goddess Lakshmi<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lamps\/diyas and oil or ghee<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Incense sticks<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flowers and garlands<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sweets, fruits, and other offerings<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rice, grains, and other food items<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coins, gold or silver items<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Red cloth, kumkum (vermillion), turmeric<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Water, betel leaves, coconut, etc.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These items are offered with devotion during puja. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_by_Step_Guide_for_Rituals\"><\/span>Step by Step Guide for Rituals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is a simplified flow of how Lakshmi Puja is often done:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Ganesh Invocation<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>First, invoke Lord Ganesha to remove obstacles and grant auspicious beginnings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Purification and Invocation of Lakshmi<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Cleanse the area and call in Goddess Lakshmi with mantras.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Offerings (Upacharas)<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Offer flowers, incense, lamp, food, coins, and other items to Lakshmi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Aarti and Bhajans<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Perform aarti (circling lit lamp) and sing devotional songs in praise of Lakshmi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Prayers & Wishes<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Pray for wealth, prosperity, peace, and well-being for family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Distribution of Prasad<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>After puja, distribute sweets and offerings (prasad) to family and guests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The exact sequence may vary regionally and by tradition, but these are common steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significance_of_Lakshmi_Puja\"><\/span>Significance of Lakshmi Puja<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/lakshmi-puja-2025-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"Lakshmi Puja 2025\" class=\"wp-image-1569\" style=\"width:500px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/lakshmi-puja-2025-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/lakshmi-puja-2025-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/lakshmi-puja-2025-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/lakshmi-puja-2025-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/lakshmi-puja-2025.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Lakshmi Puja<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Welcoming Prosperity<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The puja is believed to help bring financial prosperity, success, and well-being into the home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Victory of Light Over Darkness<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Lighting diyas and illuminating the home during Diwali shows the triumph of light, knowledge, and goodness over ignorance and negativity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Spiritual & Moral Growth<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond material wealth, devotees pray for peace, harmony, and moral strength.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Unity & Gratitude<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Families come together to celebrate, express gratitude for blessings, and renew hope for the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Regional_Variations_Practices\"><\/span>Regional Variations & Practices<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>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 \u2014 devotion to Goddess Lakshmi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dos_and_Donts_Pro_Tips\"><\/span>Dos and Don\u2019ts (Pro Tips)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2efc3b283373f6a7ac1482921ef8ba27\" style=\"color:#0b7016\">Do\u2019s:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Start preparations well in advance (cleaning, decorating).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use fresh flowers and fresh offerings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep the place clean and pure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offer with full devotion and sincerity, not just mechanically.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-accent-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7dce60267d9c675c81cf21ed36dc7433\">Don\u2019ts:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Don\u2019t start puja in a cluttered or dirty space.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid using stale or spoiled food items for offerings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don\u2019t rush through prayers; give time for devotion.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid negative thoughts or arguments during the puja time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Diwali Countdown for Next 5 Years on <a href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/diwali-countdown\/\">LIVE<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/diwali-countdown-banner-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"Diwali Countdown\" class=\"wp-image-1510\" style=\"width:500px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/diwali-countdown-banner-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/diwali-countdown-banner-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/diwali-countdown-banner-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/diwali-countdown-banner-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/diwali-countdown-banner.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Diwali Countdown<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Read More:<\/h6>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/narak-chaturdashi-2025-date-timing\/\"><strong>Narak Chaturdashi 2025: Date, Timing, Rituals, Puja Vidhi<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/visiting-powerful-kali-temples\/#google_vignette\">Visiting These 5 Powerful Kali Temples in India<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a style=\"font-weight: bold;\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/diwali-hacks-nobody-told-you\/\">Top 10 Diwali Hacks Nobody Told You<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/why-lighting-diyas-is-more-than-a-ritual\/\">Why Lighting Diyas is More Than Just a Ritual<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/top-7-powerful-mantras-chant-on-diwali\/\">Top 7 Powerful Mantras to Chant on Diwali for Prosperity<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/top-rangoli-design-for-diwali\/\">Top 20+ Rangoli Design for Diwali<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/govardhan-puja-date-wishes-rituals-story\/\">Govardhan Puja 2025 I Annakut Puja: Date, Timings, Wishes, Rituals & Story<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lakshmi Puja is a special Hindu festival dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi, who is the goddess of wealth, prosperity, and well-being. 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Lakshmi Puja is a special Hindu festival dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi<\/strong>, 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The most special moment is Lakshmi Puja<\/strong>, when people welcome Goddess Lakshmi<\/strong> into their homes with prayers, flowers, and offerings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Telegram CTA<\/title>\n <style>\n .telegram-cta {\n background: linear-gradient(135deg, #236dc6, #00a8ff);\n color: #fff;\n padding: 10px 16px;\n border-radius: 6px;\n display: flex;\n align-items: center;\n justify-content: space-between;\n font-family: 'Segoe UI', Roboto, sans-serif;\n font-size: 15px;\n margin: 20px 0;\n box-shadow: 0 4px 12px rgba(35, 109, 198, 0.2);\n flex-wrap: nowrap;\n gap: 12px;\n overflow-x: auto;\n }\n\n .cta-text {\n flex-grow: 1;\n white-space: nowrap;\n overflow: hidden;\n text-overflow: ellipsis;\n }\n\n .telegram-btn {\n display: inline-flex;\n align-items: center;\n background-color: #236dc6;\n color: white;\n text-decoration: none;\n padding: 8px 14px;\n border-radius: 5px;\n font-weight: 600;\n transition: background 0.3s ease;\n white-space: nowrap;\n flex-shrink: 0;\n }\n\n .telegram-btn:hover {\n background-color: #1c59a8;\n }\n\n .telegram-logo {\n width: 18px;\n height: 18px;\n margin-right: 6px;\n }\n <\/style>\n<\/head>\n<body>\n\n \n <div class=\"telegram-cta\">\n <span class=\"cta-text\">Get all Puja updates! 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href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/lakshmi-puja-date-timings-rituals\/#Lakshmi_Puja_2025_Date_Timings\" >Lakshmi Puja 2025 Date & Timings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/lakshmi-puja-date-timings-rituals\/#Lakshmi_Puja_Preparations\" >Lakshmi Puja Preparations<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/lakshmi-puja-date-timings-rituals\/#Important_Ritual_Items\" >Important Ritual Items<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/lakshmi-puja-date-timings-rituals\/#Step_by_Step_Guide_for_Rituals\" >Step by Step Guide for Rituals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/lakshmi-puja-date-timings-rituals\/#Significance_of_Lakshmi_Puja\" >Significance of Lakshmi Puja<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/lakshmi-puja-date-timings-rituals\/#Regional_Variations_Practices\" >Regional Variations & Practices<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/lakshmi-puja-date-timings-rituals\/#Dos_and_Donts_Pro_Tips\" >Dos and Don\u2019ts (Pro Tips)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lakshmi_Puja_2025_Date_Timings\"><\/span>Lakshmi Puja 2025 Date & Timings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Date: <mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-accent-color\">Monday, 20th October 2025<\/mark><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Puja Muhurat – <mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-accent-color\">07:08 PM to 08:18 PM<\/mark><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Duration: <\/strong> 01 Hour 11 Mins<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Event<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Date & Time<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Pradosh Kaal<\/strong><\/td><td>05:45 PM to 08:17 PM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Vrishabha Kaal<\/strong><\/td><td>07:07 PM to 09:02 PM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Amavasya Tithi Begins<\/strong><\/td><td>03:44 PM on October 20, 2025<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Amavasya Tithi Ends<\/strong><\/td><td>05:54 PM on October 21, 2025<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Because local sunrise, moonrise, and tithi depend on location, many people check their regional <em>panchang<\/em> or temple announcements for the exact <em>muhurat<\/em> (auspicious time).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">City-Wise Lakshmi Puja Timings<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>City<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Puja Time<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Pune<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">07:38 PM to 08:37 PM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>New Delhi<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">07:08 PM to 08:18 PM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Chennai<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">07:20 PM to 08:14 PM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Jaipur<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">07:17 PM to 08:25 PM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Hyderabad<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">07:21 PM to 08:19 PM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Gurgaon<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">07:09 PM to 08:19 PM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Chandigarh<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">07:06 PM to 08:19 PM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Kolkata<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">05:06 PM to 05:54 PM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Mumbai<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">07:41 PM to 08:41 PM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Bengaluru<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">07:31 PM to 08:25 PM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Ahmedabad<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">07:36 PM to 08:40 PM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Noida<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">07:07 PM to 08:18 PM<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lakshmi_Puja_Preparations\"><\/span>Lakshmi Puja Preparations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Homes are <strong>cleaned thoroughly<\/strong> before Lakshmi Puja.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. People decorate with <strong>rangoli<\/strong> (floor patterns made of colored powders), <strong>flower garlands<\/strong>, and <strong>fresh blooms<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. <strong>Diyas<\/strong> (oil lamps) and lights are lit all around the house to bring brightness and drive away darkness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Ritual_Items\"><\/span>Important Ritual Items<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some essential items for Lakshmi Puja include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Idol or picture of Goddess Lakshmi<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lamps\/diyas and oil or ghee<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Incense sticks<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flowers and garlands<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sweets, fruits, and other offerings<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rice, grains, and other food items<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coins, gold or silver items<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Red cloth, kumkum (vermillion), turmeric<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Water, betel leaves, coconut, etc.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These items are offered with devotion during puja. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_by_Step_Guide_for_Rituals\"><\/span>Step by Step Guide for Rituals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is a simplified flow of how Lakshmi Puja is often done:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Ganesh Invocation<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>First, invoke Lord Ganesha to remove obstacles and grant auspicious beginnings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Purification and Invocation of Lakshmi<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Cleanse the area and call in Goddess Lakshmi with mantras.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Offerings (Upacharas)<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Offer flowers, incense, lamp, food, coins, and other items to Lakshmi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Aarti and Bhajans<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Perform aarti (circling lit lamp) and sing devotional songs in praise of Lakshmi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Prayers & Wishes<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Pray for wealth, prosperity, peace, and well-being for family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Distribution of Prasad<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>After puja, distribute sweets and offerings (prasad) to family and guests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The exact sequence may vary regionally and by tradition, but these are common steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significance_of_Lakshmi_Puja\"><\/span>Significance of Lakshmi Puja<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/lakshmi-puja-2025-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"Lakshmi Puja 2025\" class=\"wp-image-1569\" style=\"width:500px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/lakshmi-puja-2025-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/lakshmi-puja-2025-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/lakshmi-puja-2025-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/lakshmi-puja-2025-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/lakshmi-puja-2025.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Lakshmi Puja<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Welcoming Prosperity<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The puja is believed to help bring financial prosperity, success, and well-being into the home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Victory of Light Over Darkness<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Lighting diyas and illuminating the home during Diwali shows the triumph of light, knowledge, and goodness over ignorance and negativity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Spiritual & Moral Growth<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond material wealth, devotees pray for peace, harmony, and moral strength.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Unity & Gratitude<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Families come together to celebrate, express gratitude for blessings, and renew hope for the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Regional_Variations_Practices\"><\/span>Regional Variations & Practices<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>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 \u2014 devotion to Goddess Lakshmi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dos_and_Donts_Pro_Tips\"><\/span>Dos and Don\u2019ts (Pro Tips)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2efc3b283373f6a7ac1482921ef8ba27\" style=\"color:#0b7016\">Do\u2019s:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Start preparations well in advance (cleaning, decorating).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use fresh flowers and fresh offerings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep the place clean and pure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offer with full devotion and sincerity, not just mechanically.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-accent-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7dce60267d9c675c81cf21ed36dc7433\">Don\u2019ts:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Don\u2019t start puja in a cluttered or dirty space.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid using stale or spoiled food items for offerings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don\u2019t rush through prayers; give time for devotion.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid negative thoughts or arguments during the puja time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Diwali Countdown for Next 5 Years on <a href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/diwali-countdown\/\">LIVE<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/diwali-countdown-banner-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"Diwali Countdown\" class=\"wp-image-1510\" style=\"width:500px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/diwali-countdown-banner-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/diwali-countdown-banner-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/diwali-countdown-banner-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/diwali-countdown-banner-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/diwali-countdown-banner.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Diwali Countdown<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Read More:<\/h6>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/narak-chaturdashi-2025-date-timing\/\"><strong>Narak Chaturdashi 2025: Date, Timing, Rituals, Puja Vidhi<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/visiting-powerful-kali-temples\/#google_vignette\">Visiting These 5 Powerful Kali Temples in India<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a style=\"font-weight: bold;\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/diwali-hacks-nobody-told-you\/\">Top 10 Diwali Hacks Nobody Told You<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/why-lighting-diyas-is-more-than-a-ritual\/\">Why Lighting Diyas is More Than Just a Ritual<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/top-7-powerful-mantras-chant-on-diwali\/\">Top 7 Powerful Mantras to Chant on Diwali for Prosperity<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/top-rangoli-design-for-diwali\/\">Top 20+ Rangoli Design for Diwali<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/govardhan-puja-date-wishes-rituals-story\/\">Govardhan Puja 2025 I Annakut Puja: Date, Timings, Wishes, Rituals & Story<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>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. 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