This year, the most auspicious time for Lakshmi Puja is from 7:08 PM to 8:18 PM. Worshipping during this period is believed to invite prosperity and divine blessings.
On Diwali night, idols of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesh are placed and worshipped with devotion to welcome wealth, wisdom, and happiness into the home.
When buying idols for Diwali Puja, ensure you choose them thoughtfully. A carefully selected idol is said to enhance the positivity of your puja.
According to religious beliefs, a combined idol of Lakshmi and Ganesh should not be worshipped. Each deity should be honoured separately to ensure complete blessings.
Always select individual idols of Lakshmi and Ganesh for Diwali Puja. Worshipping them together as two distinct idols symbolises balanced wealth and wisdom.
Do not purchase an idol where Goddess Lakshmi is standing or riding an owl, as such forms are not considered auspicious for home worship.
An idol of Lord Ganesh with the trunk turned to the right is traditionally avoided for home puja, as it signifies strict rituals and is meant for temple settings.
If you use clay idols for Diwali, replace them annually. A new idol each year symbolises renewal, purity, and the continuation of divine energy in your home.