https://pandit-for-griha-pravesh-puja-in-bangal.webflow.io A housewarming ceremony is a significant ritual performed prior to shifting into a new home. Rooted in Vedic traditions, it aims to purify the house, eliminate bad vibes, and invite prosperity and happiness. North Indian traditions follow unique practices, ensuring an auspicious and celebratory event. Below is a step-by-step process to performing a Griha Pravesh Puja in the North Indian style. --- ### **1. Choosing an Auspicious Date** - Seek guidance from a priest**: The first step is to consult an astrologer or a priest to determine a favorable muhurat for the puja. - **Auspicious Months:** Months like Magha, Phalguna, April-May are considered ideal for the ceremony. --- ### **2. Preparing the House** - **Cleaning and Decorating:** Thoroughly clean the house to ensure purity. Decorate it with rangoli, fresh flowers, and mango leaves at the entrance. - **Arranging the Sacred Pot:** Place a sacred pot filled with water, mango leaves, and a coconut at the doorway 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 qualified pandit to conduct the puja. The priest will guide you through the rituals, holy chants, and procedures. --- ### **4. Gathering Puja Essentials** Prepare the following materials for the ceremony: - Sacred vessel - Gangajal - Fresh flowers - Sacred betel offerings - Sacred leaves - Turmeric, kumkum - Edibles - Clarified butter for lamps - Navagraha yantra --- ### **5. Performing the Puja** #### **a. Ganesh Puja** - Begin by worshipping Lord Ganesha. - Install his idol in the north-east corner, offer flowers and sweets, and chant holy prayers. #### **b. Kalash Sthapana** - Fill a kalash with Gangajal and adorn 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 ghee