Navgraha Pooja is a powerful Vedic ritual performed to pacify the nine celestial planets (Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn, Rahu, and Ketu) and to seek their blessings for peace, prosperity, and balance in life. As the planets play a vital role in shaping human destiny and influencing various aspects of life such as health, wealth, relationships, and career, this pooja is performed to reduce the malefic effects and enhance the positive energies of the Navgrahas.
The ceremony begins with Ganesh Pooja, followed by Kalash Sthapana and invoking the nine planetary deities through Vedic mantras and offerings. Each graha (planet) is worshipped with its specific flowers, grains, colors, and mantras, symbolizing its unique energy. A havan (fire ritual) is also performed to purify the environment and strengthen the beneficial influence of the planets. The chanting of Navgraha mantras during the pooja energizes the surroundings and aligns the devotee with cosmic harmony.
Navgraha Pooja is particularly recommended when individuals face astrological doshas (planetary imbalances), obstacles in personal or professional life, or during important life events like marriage, housewarming, or starting new ventures. By performing this ritual, devotees can minimize planetary afflictions, overcome challenges, and attract good fortune, success, and happiness.
The pooja concludes with aarti and distribution of prasad, allowing the blessings of the Navgrahas to be shared among all. With devotion and proper rituals, Navgraha Pooja helps restore balance in life, bringing prosperity, positivity, and spiritual growth to devotees and their families.