What is Bhoomi Pooja?
Bhoomi Pooja (Sankusthapana) is performed on a plot before construction begins, to worship Bhoomi Devi (Mother Earth) and the Vastu Purusha, seek permission to dig, and lay the foundation stone at an auspicious muhurtham. It takes 1.5 to 2.5 hours with 1 pandit.
Next property purchase muhurat dates in Chandigarh
Good days and times for Bhoomi Pooja in the coming weeks, worked out for Chandigarh from the panchangam (our method gives the same dates as Drik Panchang for 2026 and 2027). Your pandit confirms the final muhurtham with your family’s nakshatras when you book.
| Date | Nakshatra | Muhurat |
|---|---|---|
| Thu, 19 Nov | Purva Bhadrapada | Thu, 19 Nov, 06:52 AM – Fri, 20 Nov, 06:53 AM |
| Thu, 26 Nov | Mrigashira | 06:58 AM – 05:47 PM |
| Fri, 27 Nov | Punarvasu | Fri, 27 Nov, 03:09 PM – Sat, 28 Nov, 07:00 AM |
| Thu, 10 Dec | Mula, Purva Ashadha | Thu, 10 Dec, 07:09 AM – Fri, 11 Dec, 07:10 AM |
| Fri, 11 Dec | Purva Ashadha | Fri, 11 Dec, 07:10 AM – Sat, 12 Dec, 03:04 AM |
| Thu, 17 Dec | Purva Bhadrapada | 07:14 AM – 03:31 PM |
Pandits available for Bhoomi Pooja in Chandigarh
Bhoomi Pooja in Chandigarh
In North India it is bhoomi pujan or shilanyas, performed with Ganesh, Bhoomi and Vastu puja before digging.
Well-known temples in and around Chandigarh
- Mata Mansa Devi Temple, Panchkula
- Chandi Mandir
- ISKCON Chandigarh
Areas we cover in and around Chandigarh
- Sector 17
- Sector 35
- Mohali
- Panchkula
- Zirakpur
- Kharar
Puja timings in Chandigarh this week
Chandigarh timings from Sat, 14 Nov. Avoid starting Bhoomi Pooja in Rahu Kalam; your pandit fixes the exact muhurtham.
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Rahu Kalam | Abhijit muhurtham |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 14 Nov | 06:48 AM | 05:26 PM | 09:28 AM – 10:47 AM | 11:46 AM – 12:28 PM |
| Sun, 15 Nov | 06:49 AM | 05:26 PM | 04:06 PM – 05:26 PM | 11:46 AM – 12:29 PM |
| Mon, 16 Nov | 06:50 AM | 05:25 PM | 08:09 AM – 09:29 AM | 11:46 AM – 12:29 PM |
| Tue, 17 Nov | 06:51 AM | 05:25 PM | 02:46 PM – 04:05 PM | 11:47 AM – 12:29 PM |
| Wed, 18 Nov | 06:52 AM | 05:24 PM | 12:08 PM – 01:27 PM | None (Wednesday) |
| Thu, 19 Nov | 06:52 AM | 05:24 PM | 01:27 PM – 02:46 PM | 11:47 AM – 12:29 PM |
| Fri, 20 Nov | 06:53 AM | 05:23 PM | 10:50 AM – 12:08 PM | 11:47 AM – 12:29 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Chandigarh
- Fri, 20 Nov
Devutthana Ekadashi
- Sun, 22 Nov
Pradosh Vrat
- Tue, 24 Nov
Purnima
- Fri, 27 Nov
Sankashti Chaturthi
- Fri, 4 Dec
Utpanna Ekadashi
- Sun, 6 Dec
Pradosh Vrat
Bhoomi Pooja price in Chandigarh and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Chandigarh (this page) | ₹5,650 | Hindi |
| Delhi | ₹5,100 | Hindi |
Frequently asked questions
How much does Bhoomi Pooja cost in Chandigarh?
Expect to pay from ₹5,650 in Chandigarh — that is the pandit dakshina for 1 pandit. This includes the standard area rate for Chandigarh (the base price is ₹5,100 in the metro cities). Booking and platform fees and 18% GST are added at checkout, and nothing is charged until you confirm the bill.
Can I book a Hindi-speaking pandit for Bhoomi Pooja in Chandigarh?
Yes. Each pandit’s languages are listed on their profile, so you can choose one who follows your family’s tradition; mantras are in Sanskrit.
Which areas of Chandigarh do you cover?
Most of Chandigarh — for example Sector 17, Sector 35, Mohali, Panchkula, Zirakpur and Kharar. You’ll see the free slots for your address when you book.