Diwali Lakshmi Puja 2025: Important dos and don’ts to follow while performing aarti on Deepawali for good fortune

Published on: Oct 20, 2025, 15:31:29 IST

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Diwali Lakshmi Puja 2025: Follow these dos and don’ts for performing Diwali Lakshmi Puja to invite prosperity and blessings into your home this Deepawali.

Diwali Lakshmi Puja 2025: Diwali, or Deepawali, is one of India’s most celebrated festivals, marking the triumph of good over evil. This year, it falls on October 20, 2025, and is celebrated with diyas, rangoli, prayers, and family gatherings. The main day, Lakshmi Puja, commemorates Lord Rama’s return to Ayodhya after defeating Ravana. Homes are decorated, and devotees offer prayers to Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha.

(Also read: Diwali Lakshmi Puja 2025: Shubh muhurat, city wise timings, Amavasya Tithi, puja vidhi, rituals and all you need to know )

For 2025, the puja muhurat is from 7:08 PM to 8:18 PM. To ensure a smooth and successful worship, here are some essential dos and don’ts to follow during Lakshmi Puja.

Dos for Diwali Puja

Clean and decorate: Keep your home and workplace clean, well-lit, and decorate with diyas, lights, flowers, rangoli, and candles to invite prosperity.
Place Manglik Kalash: Keep a coconut-coated Manglik Kalash at both sides of your entrance for auspiciousness.
Puja setup: Position the altar in the northeast corner; idols should face east, and devotees sit with their backs to the north. (Also read: Happy Diwali 2025🎇: 151 wishes, images, greetings, messages, GIFs to share with family and friends on WhatsApp🪔 )

Lakshmi Puja on Diwali includes prayers to Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha.

Use a red cloth: Spread a red cloth at the puja area, place idols of Goddess Lakshmi, Saraswati, Lord Ganesha, and Shodasha on it.
Include valuables: Place gold, silver, or precious items near the altar for good fortune.
Pradoshkaal timing: Ensure the puja is performed during the pradoshkaal for maximum auspiciousness.

Don’ts for Diwali Puja

Avoid glass idols; prefer clay or silver.
Don’t leave footwear at the entrance, as it’s believed to repel Goddess Lakshmi.
Never leave the puja area unattended; ensure the lamp keeps burning throughout the night.
Avoid money-related transactions, loans, or borrowing during Diwali.
Do not gift leather, sharp items, or crackers, considered inauspicious.
Avoid iron utensils and leaving trash on the doorstep or terrace.
Refrain from non-vegetarian food and liquor during the festival.

The above dos and don’ts are based on traditional beliefs and customs. Observing them is optional and meant for cultural guidance. Individual practices may vary.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Akanksha Agnihotri
Akanksha Agnihotri is a lifestyle journalist with over 3 years of experience. She is a psychology graduate and holds a postgraduate diploma in Radio and Television Journalism from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Delhi, where she graduated as a gold medalist. Originally from Bhopal, the beautiful capital of Madhya Pradesh, she draws inspiration from the city’s rich cultural heritage and layered storytelling traditions that subtly shape her narrative voice. She writes extensively about fashion, beauty, health, relationships, culture, and food, exploring everything from trending styles and runway moments to wellness routines and mindful living. Passionate about meaningful and candid conversations, she enjoys interviewing celebrities, doctors, designers, and film personalities, diving into discussions on fitness, beauty, mental health, and everything fun in between. With a keen eye for trends and a thoughtful understanding of human behaviour, she brings depth, sensitivity, and authenticity to her stories, ensuring they resonate with a wide and diverse audience. When she’s not working, you’ll usually find her lost in a book, planning her next mountain trek, or mapping out spontaneous travel escapes. She loves discovering new authors, revisiting old favourites, and spending quiet afternoons in museums soaking in art, history, and culture. An avid bird-watching enthusiast, she finds joy in early morning walks, spotting rare birds, and reconnecting with nature. Whether sipping coffee while journaling her thoughts or exploring hidden corners of a new city, she constantly seeks inspiration in everyday moments that often turn into compelling story ideas.Read More

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