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
Kartikeya Puja in Varanasi
Kartikeya, known in the South as Subramanya or Murugan, is worshipped in Varanasi by the South Indian community around Kedar Ghat and by North Indian families who honour Skanda during Kartik and Skanda Shashti.
A Pandit can perform Kartikeya or Subramanya Puja at your home or hotel with Skanda stotram, archana and naivedyam.
वक्रतुण्ड महाकाय सूर्यकोटि समप्रभ।
निर्विघ्नं कुरु मे देव सर्वकार्येषु सर्वदा॥
Vakratuṇḍa mahākāya sūryakoṭi samaprabha, nirvighnaṁ kuru me deva sarvakāryeṣu sarvadā.
Why Varanasi
Why families choose Varanasi for Subramanya Puja
Tamil and Telugu families on a Kashi yatra often like to worship Murugan or Subramanya during their stay, alongside Kashi Vishwanath darshan.
The puja needs no homam and fits easily into a hotel or guest house stay.
Local traditions & timing
- Pandits for South Indian vidhi are fewer in Varanasi; enquire early.
- Skanda Shashti and Tuesdays are popular days.
- PujaKarma is not affiliated with any temple.
Where it's performed
- Your hotel or guest house
- A home in Varanasi
- Online sankalp
Planning tips
- Tell us your tradition and language.
- Keep red flowers, fruits and naivedyam ready, or ask for samagri.
- Share your dates in Kashi.
About Subramanya Puja
Worship of Lord Subramanya, also known as Kartikeya, Skanda and Murugan, traditionally offered on Shashti and for courage, health and family wellbeing.
Duration
1.5 to 2.5 hours
Pricing
On enquiry
Online option
Available
Subramanya Puja in Varanasi: FAQs
Is Kartikeya Puja the same as Subramanya Puja?
Yes. Kartikeya, Skanda, Subramanya and Murugan are names of the same deity used in different regions.
Can the puja be done during a Kashi yatra?
Yes. Share your travel dates and hotel, and we will try to arrange a Pandit who follows your tradition.
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