What is Diwali Lakshmi Puja?
Diwali Lakshmi Puja is the worship of Goddess Lakshmi with Lord Ganesha and Kubera on the Amavasya of Kartik (Ashvija) in the pradosh kaal, for wealth and prosperity — at homes, shops and offices, including Chopda (account book) pujan.
Diwali Lakshmi Puja in Machilipatnam
Telugu families do Lakshmi pooja on Deepavali evening, with Kedareswara Vratham the same day in many homes.
Pandits follow the Telugu Smarta and Vaishnava traditions: mantras are chanted in Sanskrit, and the sankalpam and explanations are given in Telugu. Muhurthams follow the Telugu panchangam (Chandramana calendar).
Well-known temples in and around Machilipatnam
- Sri Panduranga Swamy Temple, Chilakalapudi
- Mopidevi Sri Subrahmanyeswara Swamy Temple
- Srikakula Andhra Mahavishnu Temple
Areas we cover in and around Machilipatnam
- Pedana
- Gudivada
- Avanigadda
- Challapalli
- Bantumilli
- Mopidevi
మచిలీపట్నంలో దీపావళి లక్ష్మీ పూజ కోసం ధ్రువీకరించిన తెలుగు పురోహితులను Rutviju ద్వారా ఇంటి నుంచే బుక్ చేసుకోండి — దక్షిణ ₹3,900 నుండి. తేదీ, సమయం, చిరునామా ఇచ్చి ఆన్‌లైన్‌లో చెల్లించండి — మూడు దశల్లో బుకింగ్ పూర్తి.
Puja timings in Machilipatnam this week
Machilipatnam timings from Mon, 2 Nov. Avoid starting Diwali Lakshmi Puja in Rahu Kalam; your pandit fixes the exact muhurtham.
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Rahu Kalam | Abhijit muhurtham |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, 2 Nov | 06:03 AM | 05:35 PM | 07:29 AM – 08:56 AM | 11:26 AM – 12:12 PM |
| Tue, 3 Nov | 06:03 AM | 05:35 PM | 02:42 PM – 04:08 PM | 11:26 AM – 12:12 PM |
| Wed, 4 Nov | 06:04 AM | 05:34 PM | 11:49 AM – 01:15 PM | 11:26 AM – 12:12 PM |
| Thu, 5 Nov | 06:04 AM | 05:34 PM | 01:15 PM – 02:41 PM | 11:26 AM – 12:12 PM |
| Fri, 6 Nov | 06:04 AM | 05:34 PM | 10:23 AM – 11:49 AM | 11:26 AM – 12:12 PM |
| Sat, 7 Nov | 06:05 AM | 05:33 PM | 08:57 AM – 10:23 AM | 11:26 AM – 12:12 PM |
| Sun, 8 Nov | 06:05 AM | 05:33 PM | 04:07 PM – 05:33 PM | 11:26 AM – 12:12 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Machilipatnam
- Thu, 5 Nov
Rama Ekadashi
- Fri, 6 Nov
Pradosh Vrat
- Sat, 7 Nov
Masik Shivaratri
- Sun, 8 Nov
Amavasya
- Fri, 13 Nov
Vinayaka Chaturthi
- Fri, 20 Nov
Devutthana Ekadashi
Diwali Lakshmi Puja: steps, samagri and best time
Diwali Lakshmi Puja takes 1.5 to 2 hours with 1 pandit. The main samagri is lakshmi-ganesh idols, silver coins, gold or cash for pooja, diyas, ghee and oil and lotus, marigold and red flowers; your pandit shares the full list after booking. It is usually performed diwali Amavasya, in pradosh kaal and sthir lagna.
Step-by-step vidhi, full samagri list and benefits of Diwali Lakshmi Puja →
Diwali Lakshmi Puja price in Machilipatnam and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Machilipatnam (this page) | ₹3,900 | Telugu |
| Vijayawada | ₹3,900 | Telugu |
| Eluru | ₹3,900 | Telugu |
| Guntur | ₹3,900 | Telugu |
Book in three steps: choose a verified pandit, pick a date and time with your Machilipatnam address, and pay online — the full bill is shown before you pay.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Diwali Lakshmi Puja cost in Machilipatnam?
Diwali Lakshmi Puja in Machilipatnam starts from ₹3,900 as pandit dakshina for 1 pandit. This includes the standard area rate for Machilipatnam (the base price is ₹3,500 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 Telugu-speaking pandit for Diwali Lakshmi Puja in Machilipatnam?
Yes — Telugu-speaking pandits are the norm in Machilipatnam. Pandits follow the Telugu Smarta and Vaishnava traditions: mantras are chanted in Sanskrit, and the sankalpam and explanations are given in Telugu. Check the languages on each profile before you pick.
Which areas of Machilipatnam do you cover?
Pedana, Gudivada, Avanigadda, Challapalli, Bantumilli and Mopidevi and the rest of Machilipatnam. Pandits travel within their service radius, so availability is checked against your address and date.
మచిలీపట్నంలో దీపావళి లక్ష్మీ పూజ ఖర్చు ఎంత?
Rutviju ద్వారా మచిలీపట్నంలో దీపావళి లక్ష్మీ పూజ దక్షిణ ₹3,900 నుండి మొదలవుతుంది. మీరు ఎంచుకునే పురోహితులు, సామగ్రిని బట్టి మారుతుంది; చెల్లించే ముందే పూర్తి బిల్లు చూపిస్తాము.
మచిలీపట్నంలో దీపావళి లక్ష్మీ పూజ చేయించడానికి తెలుగు పురోహితులు దొరుకుతారా?
మచిలీపట్నంలో ఇంకా Rutviju పురోహితులు లేరు. చిన్న అడ్వాన్స్ చెల్లించి బుక్ చేస్తే మా బృందం ధ్రువీకరించిన తెలుగు పురోహితులను ఏర్పాటు చేస్తుంది; కుదరకపోతే అడ్వాన్స్ మీ వాలెట్‌కు తిరిగి వస్తుంది.