Griha Pravesh Puja is a sacred Hindu ritual performed when moving into a new home. This ceremony invokes divine blessings to ensure peace, prosperity, and happiness in the household. The Puja involves several traditional rituals, including Ganapati Puja, Kalash Puja, Punyahavachan, and lighting the holy fire (Havan) to purify the home and ward off negative energies.

Family members actively participate in the Puja, offering prayers, lighting diyas, and chanting sacred mantras. The new home is decorated with marigold flowers, mango leaves, and festive ornaments to create an auspicious and vibrant environment. The Puja concludes with Mahamangal Aarti, distribution of Prasad, and blessings from the priest to all family members.

Performing Griha Pravesh Puja is believed to bring prosperity, health, and harmony to the household and its members. It is an essential ritual to mark the beginning of a happy and peaceful life in a new home.

FAQs

1. What is the ideal time for Griha Pravesh Puja?
The Puja is usually performed on an auspicious date (muhurat) recommended by a priest or based on the Hindu calendar. Certain days like Akshaya Tritiya, Dussehra, or new moon days are considered highly auspicious.

2. Who should perform Griha Pravesh Puja?
A qualified priest (Pandit Ji) usually performs the rituals, while family members actively participate by offering prayers and assisting in the rituals.

3. What items are required for Griha Pravesh Puja?
Common items include Ganapati idol, Kalash, holy water, rice, turmeric, flowers (especially marigolds), diyas, incense sticks, and Prasad. Most Puja packages provide all the necessary items.

4. How long does the Griha Pravesh Puja take?
The duration depends on the package chosen. Basic Puja usually takes around 2 hours, Regular 3 hours, and Premium 4–5 hours.