Worship of Goddess Lakshmi, associated with prosperity and auspiciousness, most widely performed on Diwali evening and on Fridays.
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Chowk · Varanasi
Office & Shop Opening Puja in Chowk
A traditional puja to inaugurate a new shop, office, showroom or factory, Ganesh and Lakshmi worship, Kalash sthapana and havan at an auspicious muhurat. Book an experienced Pandit for your home or venue in Chowk, Varanasi.
Chowk, Varanasi 1.5 to 3 hours At your home or venue Online also available
Overview
Office & Shop Opening Puja for families in Chowk
Opening a new shop, office or business premises is traditionally marked with a puja before the first customer is welcomed. The ritual centres on Lord Ganesha, remover of obstacles, and Goddess Lakshmi, associated with prosperity, often along with Kalash sthapana, Navagraha worship and a short havan.
Chowk is the old commercial heart of Varanasi, a dense network of lanes filled with wholesale markets, silk and sari shops, sweet shops and tall old houses. It lies in the old city between Godowlia and Maidagin, with the lanes towards Kashi Vishwanath close by.
वक्रतुण्ड महाकाय सूर्यकोटि समप्रभ।
निर्विघ्नं कुरु मे देव सर्वकार्येषु सर्वदा॥
Vakratuṇḍa mahākāya sūryakoṭi samaprabha, nirvighnaṁ kuru me deva sarvakāryeṣu sarvadā.
Planning your puja in Chowk
Vehicles cannot reach most lanes, so expect to walk and carry samagri by hand.
Shop pujas are usually done early, before the market opens and crowds build.
Diwali and Dhanteras are very busy for business pujas, so book ahead.
Share a clear landmark such as a well-known shop, as lanes can be confusing.
Rooftops in old houses are often the best place for a havan.
How it is performed
- 1Entrance preparation
- 2Sankalp
- 3Ganesh puja and Kalash sthapana
- 4Lakshmi puja
- 5Worship of account books and tools
- 6Havan
- 7Aarti and first transaction
What's included
- Experienced Pandit for the ritual
- Sankalp in the owner's name, gotra and business name
- Help with choosing a suitable muhurat
- Guidance on samagri and preparation
- Vidhi as per your business or family tradition
Samagri
- Ganesh and Lakshmi idols or pictures
- Kalash, coconut and mango leaves
- Roli, haldi, kumkum and akshat
- New account book (bahi-khata) and red pen, if desired
- Coins and a small silver item as per custom
- Lotus or red flowers and marigold garlands
- Supari, paan leaves and cloves
- Ghee, diyas and camphor
- Havan kund and samagri (if a havan is planned)
- Sweets, especially laddoos, and fruits
- Red cloth and mauli
- Incense and dhoop
Samagri can be arranged on request for delivery in Chowk.
Office & Shop Opening Puja in Chowk: FAQs
Can a Pandit come to my home in Chowk for Office & Shop Opening Puja?
Yes. Share your location in Chowk, your preferred date and your family's tradition on WhatsApp. We confirm a Pandit who can come to your home, apartment or venue in and around Chowk, Varanasi, along with timing and pricing before you book.
How far in advance should I book Office & Shop Opening Puja in Chowk?
For popular muhurat dates and festival seasons, it helps to enquire a week or two ahead where possible. For other dates, shorter notice is often manageable, we confirm availability on WhatsApp.
How much does Office & Shop Opening Puja cost in Varanasi?
The cost depends on the vidhi, the number of Pandits, samagri and travel within Varanasi. We share a clear quote on WhatsApp after understanding your requirements, before you confirm anything.
How much does a shop or office opening puja cost?
It depends on the vidhi, whether a havan or Satyanarayan Katha is included, the number of Pandits, samagri and location. Share your details on WhatsApp for a quote.
Can the puja be done in a small shop with limited space?
Yes. The Pandit can adapt the vidhi, for example skipping the havan or using a compact setup, while keeping the essential Ganesh and Lakshmi puja.
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