The ritual bathing of the Shivling with milk, water, honey and other offerings while Pandits chant the Rudri (Sri Rudram), one of the most loved Shiva pujas.
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Varanasi · Kashi · Banaras
Durga Puja in Varanasi
Varanasi has a long tradition of Devi worship. The Durga temple at Durgakund is one of the city's best known shrines, and the Bengali community in areas such as Bengali Tola has celebrated Durga Puja here for generations.
A Pandit can perform Durga Puja at your home with kalash sthapana, Durga Saptashati or Devi stotra path, and aarti, or help your community with a larger celebration.
या देवी सर्वभूतेषु शक्तिरूपेण संस्थिता।
नमस्तस्यै नमस्तस्यै नमस्तस्यै नमो नमः॥
Yā devī sarvabhūteṣu śaktirūpeṇa saṁsthitā, namastasyai namastasyai namastasyai namo namaḥ.
Why Varanasi
Why families choose Varanasi for Durga Puja
During Navratri, many families in Varanasi visit a different form of the Devi each day, and a home Durga Puja on Ashtami or Navami completes the observance.
Pandits in Kashi are practised in both the North Indian Navratri vidhi and the Bengali style of worship, so families can follow the custom they grew up with.
Local traditions & timing
- Navratri Ashtami and Navami are the busiest days; book early.
- Roads near Durgakund and the old city are very crowded during Navratri.
- PujaKarma is not affiliated with any temple or puja committee.
Where it's performed
- Your home in Varanasi
- A community hall or society celebration
- Your hotel or guest house for visitors
Planning tips
- Tell us whether you follow the Bengali or North Indian vidhi.
- Keep red flowers, chunri, a kalash and prasad ready, or ask for samagri.
- Share whether you want kanya pujan included on Ashtami or Navami.
About Durga Puja
Worship of Maa Durga, the protective form of the Divine Mother, performed at home or during Navratri with Saptashati recitation and aarti.
Duration
2 to 3 hours
Pricing
On enquiry
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Durga Puja in Varanasi: FAQs
Can you arrange a Pandit for a Bengali style Durga Puja in Varanasi?
Yes, we can try to match a Pandit familiar with the Bengali vidhi. Share your dates and the scale of the celebration when you enquire.
Can kanya pujan be included?
Yes. Many families include kanya pujan on Ashtami or Navami. Tell us how many girls will be invited.
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