What is Maha Mrityunjaya Homam?
Maha Mrityunjaya Homam is a fire ritual to Lord Shiva with the Maha Mrityunjaya mantra (“Om Tryambakam yajamahe…”, Rig Veda 7.59.12), performed for health, recovery from illness, protection from untimely death and long life. It takes 2.5 to 4 hours with 1 to 3 pandits, depending on the japa count.
Pandits available for Maha Mrityunjaya Homam in Lucknow
Maha Mrityunjaya Homam in Lucknow
In North India it is often booked as Maha Mrityunjaya jaap with havan, especially in Sawan and at Kashi Vishwanath.
Shiva temples in and around Lucknow
- Mankameshwar Temple
Areas we cover in and around Lucknow
- Gomti Nagar
- Aliganj
- Indira Nagar
- Hazratganj
- Jankipuram
- Alambagh
Puja timings in Lucknow this week
Lucknow timings from Sat, 14 Nov. Avoid starting Maha Mrityunjaya Homam in Rahu Kalam; your pandit fixes the exact muhurtham.
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Rahu Kalam | Abhijit muhurtham |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 14 Nov | 06:25 AM | 05:16 PM | 09:08 AM – 10:29 AM | 11:29 AM – 12:12 PM |
| Sun, 15 Nov | 06:26 AM | 05:16 PM | 03:54 PM – 05:16 PM | 11:29 AM – 12:12 PM |
| Mon, 16 Nov | 06:26 AM | 05:15 PM | 07:47 AM – 09:09 AM | 11:29 AM – 12:12 PM |
| Tue, 17 Nov | 06:27 AM | 05:15 PM | 02:33 PM – 03:54 PM | 11:29 AM – 12:13 PM |
| Wed, 18 Nov | 06:28 AM | 05:15 PM | 11:51 AM – 01:12 PM | None (Wednesday) |
| Thu, 19 Nov | 06:29 AM | 05:14 PM | 01:12 PM – 02:33 PM | 11:30 AM – 12:13 PM |
| Fri, 20 Nov | 06:29 AM | 05:14 PM | 10:31 AM – 11:52 AM | 11:30 AM – 12:13 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Lucknow
- 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
Maha Mrityunjaya Homam price in Lucknow and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Lucknow (this page) | ₹8,950 | Hindi |
| Varanasi | ₹8,950 | Hindi |
| Delhi | ₹8,100 | Hindi |
Frequently asked questions
How much does Maha Mrityunjaya Homam cost in Lucknow?
The starting dakshina in Lucknow is ₹8,950 for 1 to 3 pandits, depending on the japa count. This includes the standard area rate for Lucknow (the base price is ₹8,100 in the metro cities). 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 Maha Mrityunjaya Homam in Lucknow?
You can. Filter by the language your family prays in; every Rutviju pandit’s languages are shown before you book.
Which areas of Lucknow do you cover?
Most of Lucknow — for example Gomti Nagar, Aliganj, Indira Nagar, Hazratganj, Jankipuram and Alambagh. You’ll see the free slots for your address when you book.