https://pandit-for-griha-pravesh-puja-in-bangal.webflow.io A Griha Pravesh Puja is a important event performed before moving into a new home. Based on ancient customs, it aims to purify the house, remove negative energies, and welcome wealth and peace. North Indian traditions feature specific steps and rituals, ensuring an auspicious and celebratory event. Below is a step-by-step guide to performing a Griha Pravesh Puja the traditional North Indian way. --- ### **1. Choosing an Auspicious Date** - Seek guidance from a priest**: The initial step is to speak with an astrologer or a priest to determine a favorable muhurat for the puja. - **Ideal Times:** Months like Magha, Phalguna, April-May are considered ideal for the ceremony. --- ### **2. Preparing ** - **Tidying and Adorning:** Clean the house to remove dust and negativity. Embellish it with rangoli, fresh flowers, and sacred leaves at the entrance. - **Arranging the Sacred Pot:** Place a sacred pot filled with water, mango leaves, and a coconut at the entrance for good fortune. - **Installing the Toran:** Hang a toran made of marigold flowers and mango leaves on the main door. --- ### **3. Inviting the Priest** - Arrange for a knowledgeable priest to perform the puja. The priest will assist you through the rituals, mantras, and events. --- ### **4. Gathering Puja Essentials** Prepare the following items for the ceremony: - Sacred vessel - Gangajal - Fragrant blooms - Sacred betel offerings - Mango leaves - Turmeric, kumkum - Edibles - Ghee for the diya - Navagraha yantra --- ### **5. Performing the Puja** #### **a. Ganesh Puja** - Begin by worshipping Lord Ganesha. - Place his idol in the north-east corner, offer flowers and sweets, and chant holy prayers. #### **b. Kalash Sthapana** - Fill a kalash with Gangajal and decorate it with mango leaves. #### **c. Vastu Puja** - Perform a Vastu Puja to seek blessings from the deity of space. #### **d. Havan** - Conduct a sacred fire ritual with herbs and offerings. ---