Griha Pravesh & Vastu Puja Vidhi
Griha Pravesh (house-warming) is the sacred Hindu ritual for entering a new home. According to Vastu Shastra, one must perform Bhumi Pujan, Vastu Shanti, Ganesh Pujan, Navagraha Shanti, and Havan before moving in. This puja ensures the safety and prosperity of the home-owner, family, and the building.
Moving into a new house, after construction
Auspicious tithi/nakshatra — consult an astrologer
Puja Samagri (Items Required)
- Copper Kalash, water, mango leaves, coconut
- Soil for Bhumi Pujan
- Boiled milk (until it overflows)
- Ganesh idol
- Havan Kund, havan samagri, ghee
- Navagraha puja items
- Betel, areca, coconut, fruits, sweets
- Roli, akshata, turmeric, kumkum
- Lamp, incense, camphor
- Swastik sticker / rangoli material
Puja Procedure — Steps
Bhumi Pujan
Draw Swastik at the main door. Sprinkle Gangajal to purify the ground. Invoke and worship Bhumi Mata and Vastu Purush.
Ganesh Pujan
First worship Ganesha for removal of obstacles. Chant "Om Gam Ganapataye Namah" 21 times.
Vastu Shanti Puja
Install the Kalash. Worship Vastu Purush at the Brahmasthan (center of the house). Recite the Rigvedic mantra.
Navagraha Shanti & Havan
Worship Navagrahas. Light the Havan Kund and offer 108 aahutis with Swaha mantras. Havan purifies the environment.
Boiling Milk & Griha Pravesh (Entering the Home)
Boil milk in the new kitchen — when it overflows it symbolizes abundance. All family members enter with the right foot first. The lady of the house enters carrying the Kalash.
Aarti & Feast
Light lamps in all rooms. Perform aarti. Serve sweets and food to neighbours and guests.
Main Mantra
Om Vastoshpate Prati Jaanihi Asmaan Svaavesho Anamivo Bhava Nah
Benefits of this Puja
Proper Griha Pravesh puja pacifies Vastu doshas, removes negative energy, brings peace-prosperity to the family, protects from health issues, and keeps the building safe and long-lasting.
Important Notes
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Griha Pravesh & Vastu Puja Vidhi performed and what is the muhurat?
Moving into a new house, after construction — Auspicious tithi/nakshatra — consult an astrologer
What samagri (items) are needed for Griha Pravesh & Vastu Puja Vidhi?
Copper Kalash, water, mango leaves, coconut, Soil for Bhumi Pujan, Boiled milk (until it overflows), Ganesh idol, Havan Kund, havan samagri, ghee, Navagraha puja items, Betel, areca, coconut, fruits, sweets, Roli, akshata, turmeric, kumkum, Lamp, incense, camphor, Swastik sticker / rangoli material
Which mantra is chanted during Griha Pravesh & Vastu Puja Vidhi?
Om Vastoshpate Prati Jaanihi Asmaan Svaavesho Anamivo Bhava Nah
What are the benefits of Griha Pravesh & Vastu Puja Vidhi?
Proper Griha Pravesh puja pacifies Vastu doshas, removes negative energy, brings peace-prosperity to the family, protects from health issues, and keeps the building safe and long-lasting.