Diwali Lakshmi Puja in Port Louis — Pandit in Marathi

Diwali Lakshmi Puja in Port Louis · Marathi

Lakshmi-Ganesh puja on Diwali evening during Pradosh Kaal and Sthir Lagna, with lamps, sweets and new account books.

Why is Diwali Lakshmi Puja performed?

Goddess Lakshmi is welcomed into a clean, well-lit home for prosperity in the coming year.

Who performs it?

Hindu families across India and the world; businesses also perform Chopda Pujan.

When to perform it

On Kartika Amavasya, in the evening during Pradosh Kaal, ideally in Sthir Lagna (Vrishabha). Exact times differ by city — check the Diwali page for your city.

Preparing at home

Clean and decorate the home, make a rangoli at the entrance, set up idols or pictures of Lakshmi and Ganesha, and keep kheel-batasha, sweets, coins and diyas ready.

After the puja

Lamps are kept burning through the night in many homes, sweets are shared with neighbours, and businesses open new account books.

Regional traditions

Bengal and Assam worship Kali on the same night; Gujarat celebrates the new year the next day; in South India Naraka Chaturdashi with an oil bath is the main day.

Things to avoid

Keep diyas away from curtains and children, and keep water nearby when using fireworks.

Puja vidhi — step by step

Preparation — Clean the home, make rangoli and set up the altar.
Ganesh puja — Lord Ganesha is worshipped first to remove obstacles, with akshat, flowers, durva grass and a sweet.
Lakshmi puja — Shodashopachara worship of Lakshmi with lotus, kheel-batasha and coins.
Kuber and bahi-khata puja — Worship of Kuber and account books.
Deepdaan — Lamps are lit throughout the home.
Aarti and prasad — The puja ends with aarti, pushpanjali (offering flowers), prayers for forgiveness of any mistakes, and distribution of prasad.

Families and pandits follow different traditions; your pandit may add or skip steps.

Samagri — what you need

Roli / kumkum
Haldi (turmeric)
Akshat (unbroken rice)
Flowers and garlands
Incense sticks
Diya, ghee and cotton wicks
Camphor
Betel leaves and supari
Fruits
Sweets for prasad
Coconut
Kalash with mango leaves
Gangajal
Red/yellow cloth for the altar
Lakshmi and Ganesha idols or picture
Silver coins
Kheel-batasha
Lotus flower
11 or 21 diyas
Account books (for businesses)

Most pandits bring the special items; confirm the list when they contact you. Full Diwali samagri list

Pandits in Port Louis

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Frequently asked questions

How do I find a pandit for Diwali Lakshmi Puja in Port Louis?

Fill in the Request a Pandit form on this page with your date and preferred language (Marathi). A coordinator will contact you on WhatsApp with a pandit available in Port Louis.

What is the best time for Lakshmi Puja?

During Pradosh Kaal after sunset, ideally in Sthir Lagna (Vrishabha) — see the Diwali dates page.

How much does it cost?

Dakshina varies by city, the pandit's experience and how elaborate the puja is. Ask for a clear quote — including samagri — when the pandit contacts you.