Bodhon (Durga Puja Invocation)
The ritual awakening and invitation of the Goddess into the pandal or home shrine, traditionally observed as the formal opening of Durga Puja.
Many families keep this every year, or whenever there is something to give thanks for. Each time is complete in itself.
The sequence differs by region and by family tradition — yours will be confirmed before the day. We describe what families usually observe; we never promise outcomes.
How is Bodhon (Durga Puja Invocation) booked, and what does it cost?
On House of Purohit, a verified Purohit performs Bodhon (Durga Puja Invocation) at your home in Bengaluru starting from ₹5,600, and the ceremony takes about 1h 30m. Every price is shown before payment, the samagri (ritual items) list is provided in advance, and the Purohit is matched to your language, your city and the time you choose. Families unsure whether this is the right ceremony can talk to a Pandit free before booking.
Also known as Bodhan, Akal Bodhon.
Why families observe Bodhon (Durga Puja Invocation)
The ritual awakening and invitation of the Goddess into the pandal or home shrine, traditionally observed as the formal opening of Durga Puja.
- Deity
- Durga
- When it's performed
- Shashthi (sixth day) of the Durga Puja fortnight.
- Performed by
- Purohits specializing in Vrata & festival
- What is Bodhon (Durga Puja Invocation)?
- The ritual awakening and invitation of the Goddess into the pandal or home shrine, traditionally observed as the formal opening of Durga Puja.
- When is Bodhon (Durga Puja Invocation) performed?
- Shashthi (sixth day) of the Durga Puja fortnight.
- Can Bodhon (Durga Puja Invocation) be done in a flat?
- Yes — most ceremonies we arrange are in apartments. Tell us if the space is small, or if there are smoke alarms; where a fire ritual is part of it, your Purohit plans for the room you have.
- What if the muhurat falls in Rahu kalam?
- When you choose a date, each time window shows its muhurat and whether it overlaps Rahu kalam. Families usually avoid it where the day allows; if it cannot be avoided, your Purohit will say what your tradition does.
- Who takes part in Bodhon (Durga Puja Invocation)?
- A verified Purohit conducts it; the person or couple the ceremony is for sits for the sankalpa, and family may join. Nothing else is needed from you but the name said aloud at the start — and a gotra, if your family knows it.
- How long does Bodhon (Durga Puja Invocation) take?
- About 1h 30m, though this can vary with your family's tradition.
- Can House of Purohit provide the Purohit?
- Yes — a verified Purohit performs Bodhon (Durga Puja Invocation) at your home, with pricing shown before you book.
- Is Bodhon (Durga Puja Invocation) available in Bengaluru?
- Yes, in Bengaluru, from ₹5,600.
Reschedule free, with at least 3 full days’ notice