Jimutavahana

Jitiya Vrat Puja (Jivitputrika)

The nirjala vrat kept by mothers in Bihar, eastern Uttar Pradesh and Nepal for their children's long life, with worship of Jimutavahana on Ashwin Krishna Ashtami.

Duration: About 1 to 1.5 hours for the main puja and katha
Mode: In-person
Category: Deity Pujas
Dakshina: Starting at ₹2,100

Also known as: Jitiya Vrat, Jivitputrika Vrat, Jiutiya Puja

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Dakshina: Starting at ₹2,100
Duration: About 1 to 1.5 hours for the main puja and katha

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Overview

What is Jitiya Vrat Puja (Jivitputrika)?

Jitiya, or Jivitputrika Vrat, is one of the most important vrats for mothers in Bihar, Jharkhand, eastern Uttar Pradesh and among Bhojpuri and Maithil families living in Delhi NCR, Pune, Hyderabad and beyond. It is kept over three days in the dark fortnight of Ashwin, around Pitru Paksha.

On the first day, Nahay Khay, the mother bathes and eats a single pure meal. The second day, Ashtami, is a strict nirjala fast without food or water, with worship of Jimutavahana, the noble king remembered for giving his life to save others. On the third day the fast is broken with parana.

A Pandit guides the sankalp, the puja of Jimutavahana and the reading of the Jitiya katha, which tells the stories of Jimutavahana and of the kite and the jackal. This guidance is especially valued by mothers keeping the vrat for the first time away from their home town.

Significance of Jitiya Vrat Puja (Jivitputrika)

वक्रतुण्ड महाकाय सूर्यकोटि समप्रभ।
निर्विघ्नं कुरु मे देव सर्वकार्येषु सर्वदा॥

Traditional Ganesha prayer

Jimutavahana is remembered for his selfless sacrifice to protect others. Mothers worship him praying that their children are protected in the same way.

The vrat is a strong expression of a mother's devotion. Many women keep it every year once they begin, and the traditions pass from one generation to the next.

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Who and When to Perform

Who performs it

Mothers praying for the long life and wellbeing of their children
Bhojpuri, Maithil and Purvanchali families keeping the tradition
Mothers keeping the vrat for the first time after a child's birth
Families away from Bihar or eastern UP who want the correct vidhi

When to perform

Ashwin Krishna Saptami to Navami, around Pitru Paksha
Nirjala fast and main puja on Ashwin Krishna Ashtami
Parana on Navami at the time shared by the Pandit

Traditionally Associated With

Traditionally kept for the long life and protection of children
Devotees pray to Jimutavahana for the wellbeing of the family
Builds discipline and devotion through the nirjala fast
Keeps a cherished regional tradition alive in new cities

These are traditional beliefs associated with the ritual. Pujas are acts of devotion and are not a substitute for medical, financial or professional advice.

Jitiya Vrat Puja (Jivitputrika) Procedure

How the puja is performed, step by step.

1
Nahay Khay
On Saptami the mother bathes and eats a single pure meal, often including marua roti and noni saag as per Bhojpuri custom.
2
Sankalp for the nirjala vrat
On Ashtami the Pandit takes the sankalp with the names of the mother and her children, beginning the fast without food or water.
3
Jimutavahana puja
A kusha image of Jimutavahana is placed with clay figures of a kite and a jackal, and worshipped with flowers, dhoop, akshat and sweets.
4
Jitiya katha
The Pandit narrates the Jitiya katha, including the stories of Jimutavahana and of the kite and the jackal.
5
Parana
On Navami, after a short puja, the mother breaks the fast at the time shared by the Pandit.

The exact vidhi varies by region and family tradition, your Pandit will follow your customs.

Samagri (Puja Materials)

Kusha grass for the image of Jimutavahana
Clay or cow dung figures of a kite and a jackal
Jitiya thread or locket, as per custom
Roli, akshat, sindoor and flowers
Fruits, thekua or sweets
Ghee diya, dhoop and incense
Kalash with water

Decorated puja thali with a lit diya, ghee, kumkum, rice and dry fruits

Samagri arranged on request

Samagri can be arranged on request. We'll share a list suited to your vidhi before the day.

What's Included

Usually included

Experienced Pandit for the sankalp, puja and katha
Guidance on the three days of the vrat
Explanation of customs in simple Hindi or Bhojpuri

Not included

Samagri, unless arranged on request
Travel beyond the service area
Dakshina customs, which vary by family and are discussed openly

Duration: About 1 to 1.5 hours for the main puja and katha. Inclusions are confirmed for your booking on WhatsApp.

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Jitiya Vrat Puja (Jivitputrika) across regions

The same ritual goes by different names in different traditions. Whichever name your family uses, we can help.

Jivitputrika VratHindi
JiutiyaBhojpuri
Jitiya ParabBhojpuri
Jitiya VratHindi
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