What is Chandi Homam?
Chandi Homam is a fire ritual to Goddess Chandi (Durga) with the 700 verses of the Devi Mahatmyam (Durga Saptashati), for victory over obstacles and enemies, protection, and prosperity. It takes 3 to 6 hours with 2 or more pandits.
Chandi Homam in Delhi
North Indian families hold Durga Saptashati path and havan in Navratri, ending with kanya pujan.
Devi temples in and around Delhi
- Jhandewalan Mata Temple
- Chhatarpur Mandir
- Kalkaji Mandir
Areas we cover in and around Delhi
Puja timings in Delhi this week
Delhi timings from Sat, 14 Nov. Avoid starting Chandi Homam in Rahu Kalam; your pandit fixes the exact muhurtham.
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Rahu Kalam | Abhijit muhurtham |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 14 Nov | 06:43 AM | 05:28 PM | 09:24 AM – 10:45 AM | 11:44 AM – 12:27 PM |
| Sun, 15 Nov | 06:44 AM | 05:27 PM | 04:07 PM – 05:27 PM | 11:44 AM – 12:27 PM |
| Mon, 16 Nov | 06:44 AM | 05:27 PM | 08:05 AM – 09:25 AM | 11:44 AM – 12:27 PM |
| Tue, 17 Nov | 06:45 AM | 05:27 PM | 02:46 PM – 04:06 PM | 11:44 AM – 12:27 PM |
| Wed, 18 Nov | 06:46 AM | 05:26 PM | 12:06 PM – 01:26 PM | None (Wednesday) |
| Thu, 19 Nov | 06:47 AM | 05:26 PM | 01:26 PM – 02:46 PM | 11:45 AM – 12:28 PM |
| Fri, 20 Nov | 06:47 AM | 05:26 PM | 10:47 AM – 12:07 PM | 11:45 AM – 12:28 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Delhi
- 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
Frequently asked questions
How much does Chandi Homam cost in Delhi?
The starting dakshina in Delhi is ₹9,100 for 2 or more pandits. Delhi is charged the base price, with no area surcharge. The pandit you choose, a samagri kit or express booking can change the total, which you see in full before paying.
Can I book a Hindi-speaking pandit for Chandi Homam in Delhi?
You can. Filter by the language your family prays in; every Rutviju pandit’s languages are shown before you book.
Which areas of Delhi do you cover?
Dwarka, Rohini, Janakpuri, Saket, Lajpat Nagar and Mayur Vihar and the rest of Delhi. Pandits travel within their service radius, so availability is checked against your address and date.