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
Rahu Ketu Shanti Puja in Varanasi
Rahu Ketu Shanti puja is performed when the kundali shows challenging placements of Rahu or Ketu, or during their dasha periods. In Varanasi the Pandit performs Rahu and Ketu mantra jaap, offerings and a havan in the traditional Hindi vidhi.
Many families who come to Kashi for Kaal Sarp or Pitru related rituals also ask for Rahu Ketu shanti during the same visit.
ब्रह्मा मुरारिस्त्रिपुरान्तकारी भानुः शशी भूमिसुतो बुधश्च।
गुरुश्च शुक्रः शनिराहुकेतवः सर्वे ग्रहाः शान्तिकरा भवन्तु॥
Brahmā murāris tripurāntakārī bhānuḥ śaśī bhūmisuto budhaś ca, guruś ca śukraḥ śani rāhu ketavaḥ sarve grahāḥ śāntikarā bhavantu.
Why Varanasi
Why families choose Varanasi for Rahu Ketu Shanti Puja
Kashi has long been a centre of Jyotish learning, and families often consult local Pandits on graha remedies. Holding the shanti here, near the Ganga, is meaningful for many devotees.
Local Pandits can combine Rahu Ketu shanti with other rituals that families plan in Varanasi, so a single trip covers several needs.
Local traditions & timing
- Some families prefer to schedule the puja during an eclipse period or on Amavasya; these dates are busy.
- Visitors often combine it with Kaal Sarp Dosh puja; tell us if you want both.
- Travel through the old city takes time; plan the puja early in the day.
Where it's performed
- Your home in Varanasi
- Your hotel or guest house
- Online sankalp with a Varanasi Pandit
Planning tips
- Share your kundali so the Pandit can recommend the jaap count.
- Keep blue and multicoloured cloth, til and flowers as advised, or ask for samagri.
- Tell us about any other rituals you plan in Kashi so they can be scheduled together.
About Rahu Ketu Shanti Puja
A traditional shanti puja for Rahu and Ketu, the two shadow grahas, performed with their beej mantras and worship of Durga, Bhairav and Ganesha to seek clarity and calm.
Duration
2 to 3 hours for puja with a short jaap; 2 to 6 days for full Rahu and Ketu jaap depending on the number of Pandits
Pricing
On enquiry
Online option
Available
Rahu Ketu Shanti Puja in Varanasi: FAQs
Is Rahu Ketu puja the same as Kaal Sarp Dosh puja?
They are related but different. Kaal Sarp Dosh puja addresses a specific placement of all planets between Rahu and Ketu, while Rahu Ketu shanti addresses Rahu and Ketu more generally.
Can the puja be done online?
Yes. The sankalp is taken in your name and a Varanasi Pandit performs the jaap and havan on a video call.
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