About Griha Shuddhi Pooja
What is Griha Shuddhi Pooja?
Griha Shuddhi is a purification pooja for the home after a death in the family, a long absence, renovation or a period of illness or unrest, with Punyahavachanam and a short homam.
Water sanctified with mantras (punyaha jalam) is sprinkled in every room, and a short Ganapati or Navagraha homam is done to restore a peaceful atmosphere in the house.
Benefits
- Purifies the home and removes negativity
- Restores peace after a difficult period
- Prepares the home for auspicious events
When to perform
- After the period of mourning ends
- After renovation or returning to a house left empty
- Before an auspicious event at home
How Griha Shuddhi Pooja is performed
- Ganapati pooja and sankalpam
- Punyahavachanam
- Sprinkling of punyaha jalam in every room
- Short homam
- Harathi and prasadam
Griha Shuddhi Pooja samagri list
- Kalasham with mango leaves — 1
- Homam samagri
- Turmeric, kumkum and akshinthalu
- Cow’s milk, curd and ghee (small)
- Fruits and flowers
- Camphor and incense
Verified pandits who perform Griha Shuddhi Pooja
Do’s and don’ts
✅ Do
- Clean the house fully before the pooja
❌ Avoid
Frequently asked questions
How much does Griha Shuddhi Pooja cost?
Griha Shuddhi Pooja with a verified Rutviju pandit starts from ₹4,100 as pandit dakshina, for about 1.5 to 2 hours. The price can be a little higher outside the metro cities, live video pujas cost less than a home visit, and the full bill is shown before you pay.
When is Griha Shuddhi done after a death?
After the 11th to 13th day rites are complete, or as your family custom says.
What samagri is needed for Griha Shuddhi Pooja?
The samagri list for Griha Shuddhi Pooja has 6 items, shown on this page (Kalasham with mango leaves, Homam samagri, Turmeric, kumkum and akshinthalu and more). You can arrange it yourself; anything else your pandit needs is confirmed when you book.
Which pandits perform Griha Shuddhi Pooja?
9 verified pandits perform Griha Shuddhi Pooja on Rutviju, including Acharya Vimal Guruji, Alok Tripathi, Balram Purohit. You can choose one by language and experience when you book.