In India, people lay great emphasis on auspicious muhurat for auspicious events, such as the first entry into a new house, known as Griha Pravesh or the housewarming ceremony. According to Vastu Shastra, a Griha Pravesh puja is performed to purify the new house and invite happiness, health and prosperity for the inhabitants. In the Bengali community, one can consult an astrologer or refer a Panjika (panchang) to know the auspicious dates for a Griha Pravesh (Griha Prabesh or Grihoprobesh in Bengali).
Bengali Griha Pravesh 2024: Significance
Certain months, such as Magh, Phalgun, Baisakh and Jeshtha, are favourable for Griha Pravesh, whereas Ashadha, Shravana, Bhadrapad, Ashwin and Pausha must be avoided. Griha Pravesh muhurat dates are calculated after considering the favourable months, dates, thithi and nakshatra. One should consider the position of the nine planets and lagna. According to Vastu, one should enter the new house at an auspicious time by performing puja and chanting mantras. This ensures that positive energies enter the house and bring prosperity to the family.
Bengali Griha Pravesh dates in January 2024
The months of Pausha and Magh, coinciding with January 2024, do not have Griha Pravesh muhurat dates.
Bengali Griha Pravesh dates in February 2024
| Date | Day |
| February 14, 2024 | Wednesday |
| February 19, 2024 | Monday |
| February 21, 2024 | Wednesday |
| February 22, 2024 | Thursday |
Bengali Griha Pravesh dates in March 2024
| Date | Day |
| March 11, 2024 | Monday |
| March 13, 2024 | Wednesday |
Bengali Griha Pravesh dates in April 2024
The Hindu lunar months of Chaitra, Baisakh and Jeshtha, coinciding with April, May and June 2024, do not have auspicious Griha Pravesh muhurat dates. The months of Asadha, Sravana, Ashwin and Kartika correspond to July, August and September 2024 and do not have Griha Pravesh muhurat dates.
Bengali Griha Pravesh dates in October 2024
| Date | Day |
| October 19, 2024 | Thursday |
| October 20, 2024 | Friday |
| October 26, 2024 | Thursday |
The month of October 2024 is significant for the Bengali community as the festivals of Dussehra and Durga Puja are celebrated in this month. The festival of Diwali, too, falls in October 2024, which is considered an auspicious day. One can consult an astrologer or refer to a Hindu calendar to know the auspicious timing.
Bengali Griha Pravesh dates in November 2024
| Date | Day |
| November 16, 2024 | Thursday |
| November 23, 2024 | Thursday |
| November 24, 2024 | Friday |
Bengali Griha Pravesh dates in December 2024
| Date | Day |
| December 15, 2024 | Friday |
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Can we do Griha Pravesh puja on Durga Puja 2024?
Durga Puja or Durgotsava is an important festival for Bengalis. It is celebrated as a 10-day-long festival and is considered to be an auspicious time. Durga Puja is celebrated during the Navratri and the celebrations begin on the sixth day of Sharad Navratri. According to popular belief, starting any new activity or venture during this time brings favourable results. However, one should consult an astrologer or refer to a Hindu calendar to know the auspicious muhurat for moving into a new house.
Bengali Griha Pravesh puja rituals
A Griha Pravesh puja is performed to seek the blessings of the deities and the nine planets. The rituals include Mangal Ghat Sthapana, Dwar Prabesh puja, Sankalp, Ganpati puja, Vastu puja, Mahalakshmi puja, Navagraha puja, milk boiling ceremony, mangal aarti, havan, purnahuti and prasad distribution.
Bengali Griha Pravesh: Dos and Don’ts
Dos
- Choose an auspicious date for the Griha Pravesh by consulting a Bengali Panjika (calendar).
- Decorate the entrance of the new house with auspicious symbols, such as Swastik or Goddess Lakshmi’s feet.
- Place mango leaves and marigold flowers in the doorway. Add lemon and chilli to keep away evil eyes.
- Before performing a Griha Pravesh puja, make sure there is a gas burner.
- Place a kalash (pot) filled with water. Put a coin and nine types of grains in it.
- Place a coconut on the kalash. The owner should carry the kalash into the new house while chanting mantras along with the priest.
- Enter the new house by placing your right foot first. This brings success.
- Break the coconut. This is considered auspicious and eliminates obstacles in life.
- Install the home temple in the east direction of the house on the day of Griha Pravesh.
- Boil milk in the kitchen of the new house. Allow the milk to slightly overflow the container. This ensures an abundance of wealth and food.
- During Griha Pravesh puja, one should blow conch shells (shankh) as its auspicious sound removes the effects of evil forces.
- Spray the holy puja water or Gangajal everywhere in the house. This helps purify the surroundings.
Don’ts
- One should enter a new house on a Tuesday.
- Do not shift any furniture until the Griha Pravesh puja is completed.
- Avoid leaving the new house for at least three days after performing the Griha Pravesh puja.
- Do not perform the Griha Pravesh puja if a female family member is pregnant or if there has been a death in the family.
Why should you perform Bengali Griha Pravesh?
- Performing a Griha Pravesh puja invites positivity and protects the house from negative energies and evil eyes.
- Chanting mantras and performing puja rituals purify the house, creating a divine atmosphere. It helps eliminate obstacles in life.
- Conducting the Griha Pravesh puja on an auspicious day brings the family good health, success and fortune.
FAQs
Can you do Bengali Griha Pravesh puja on a Saturday?
A Bengali Griha Pravesh puja can be done on a Saturday. However, one should check with an astrologer or refer a Panjika to know the auspicious timing.
What are the rituals for Bengali Griha Pravesh?
A Bengali Griha Pravesh puja includes Mangal Ghat Sthapana, Dwar Prabesh Puja, Sankalp, Ganpati puja, Vastu puja, Mahalakshmi puja, Navagraha puja, milk boiling ceremony, mangal aarti, havan, purnahuti and prasad distribution.
Which weekday is prohibited for Griha Pravesh?
To enter a new house, one should avoid Saturdays, Sundays and Tuesdays.
Can we shift furniture before Griha Pravesh?
No. One should avoid shifting the furniture before performing the Griha Pravesh puja.
Can we leave the house empty after Griha Pravesh?
After performing the Griha Pravesh puja, one should not leave the house for at least three days.
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