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.
Pandits available for Chandi Homam in Varanasi
Chandi Homam in Varanasi
North Indian families hold Durga Saptashati path and havan in Navratri, ending with kanya pujan.
Devi temples in and around Varanasi
- Durga Kund Temple
Areas we cover in and around Varanasi
- Lanka
- Sigra
- Assi
- Bhelupur
- Godowlia
- Sarnath
Puja timings in Varanasi this week
Varanasi 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 | 06:14 AM | 05:10 PM | 08:58 AM – 10:20 AM | 11:20 AM – 12:04 PM |
| Sun, 15 Nov | 06:15 AM | 05:10 PM | 03:48 PM – 05:10 PM | 11:21 AM – 12:04 PM |
| Mon, 16 Nov | 06:16 AM | 05:10 PM | 07:37 AM – 08:59 AM | 11:21 AM – 12:05 PM |
| Tue, 17 Nov | 06:16 AM | 05:09 PM | 02:26 PM – 03:48 PM | 11:21 AM – 12:05 PM |
| Wed, 18 Nov | 06:17 AM | 05:09 PM | 11:43 AM – 01:05 PM | None (Wednesday) |
| Thu, 19 Nov | 06:18 AM | 05:09 PM | 01:05 PM – 02:26 PM | 11:22 AM – 12:05 PM |
| Fri, 20 Nov | 06:19 AM | 05:09 PM | 10:22 AM – 11:44 AM | 11:22 AM – 12:05 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Varanasi
- 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 Varanasi?
Chandi Homam in Varanasi starts from ₹10,050 as pandit dakshina for 2 or more pandits. This includes the standard area rate for Varanasi (the base price is ₹9,100 in the metro cities). Samagri and express booking are optional, and the full bill with GST is shown before you pay.
Can I book a Hindi-speaking pandit for Chandi Homam in Varanasi?
Yes — Hindi-speaking pandits are the norm in Varanasi. Check the languages on each profile before you pick.
Which areas of Varanasi do you cover?
Most of Varanasi — for example Lanka, Sigra, Assi, Bhelupur, Godowlia and Sarnath. You’ll see the free slots for your address when you book.