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Ritu Shanthi (Age Attending Ceremony)

What is Ritu Shanti Pooja? Ritu Shanti or Rajaswala Shanti is an important Hindu ritual performed when a girl attains puberty for the first time. Based on the date, time, and nakshatra, priests check if there is any dosha and perform the required shanti rituals. This pooja mainly includes Punyahavachanam, Ganapathy Pooja, and Kalasha Pooja. Through Vedic mantras, holy water is energized and sprinkled on the girl for purification and blessings. If any dosha is present, Bhuvaneshwari Shanti Homam, Navagraha Shanti, and Nakshatra Shanti are also performed. When is Ritu Shanti Performed? Ritu Shanti or Half Saree Function is usually performed on the 11th day after puberty. In some communities, it is performed on the 5th day itself. Ritu Shanti Pooja Procedure Main Rituals Included: Ganapathy Pooja Performed to remove obstacles and begin the ceremony auspiciously. Punyahavachanam A purification ritual done through Vedic chanting and holy water. Kalasha Pooja Invocation of divine energies into the sacred Kalasha. Mantra Chanting & Blessings Holy water is sprinkled on the girl for spiritual cleansing and protection. Bhuvaneshwari Shanti Homam (If Dosha Exists) Special homam performed for dosha nivarana and divine protection. Navagraha & Nakshatra Shanti Performed to reduce negative planetary and nakshatra effects. Benefits of Ritu Shanti Pooja Purifies the girl and surroundings Protects from negative energies Brings divine blessings, health, and positivity Creates spiritual harmony in the family

Packages & prices

Economy : 1 Priest

₹3,800
  • ✓ Dakshina
  • ✓ Not included: All Pooja Samagries
  • ✓ Not included: Homam
  • ✓ Not included: Flowers & Fruits

Standard : 2 Priests + Navagraha Homam

₹9,800
  • ✓ Dakshina
  • ✓ All Pooja Samagries
  • ✓ Not included: Flowers & Fruits
What is this ceremony

A samskara marks a threshold in one life, and is done once for each person. This is how it is done with intention rather than in a hurry.

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 Ritu Shanthi (Age Attending Ceremony) booked, and what does it cost?

On House of Purohit, a verified Purohit performs Ritu Shanthi (Age Attending Ceremony) at your home in Bengaluru starting from ₹3,800, and the ceremony takes about 4h. 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 text us on WhatsApp before booking.

Also known as Ritu Shanthi, Manjal Neerattu Vizha, Pavadai Dhavani, Langa Voni, Langa Davani, Peddamanishi Pandaga, Half-saree ceremony, Ritusuddhi.

Why families observe Ritu Shanthi (Age Attending Ceremony)

The samskara marking a girl's coming of age. The turmeric-water bath (manjal neerattu) is the central rite, and the girl wears the half-saree for the first time.

Deity
Gauri, Ishta Devata
When it's performed
After menarche, on a muhurta chosen with the family's purohit.
Suitable for
The girl and the extended family
Performed by
Purohits specializing in Samskara
Good to know

An auspicious date and time (muhurta) is fixed before booking.

Frequently asked about Ritu Shanthi (Age Attending Ceremony)
What is Ritu Shanthi (Age Attending Ceremony)?
The samskara marking a girl's coming of age. The turmeric-water bath (manjal neerattu) is the central rite, and the girl wears the half-saree for the first time.
When is Ritu Shanthi (Age Attending Ceremony) performed?
After menarche, on a muhurta chosen with the family's purohit.
Can Ritu Shanthi (Age Attending Ceremony) 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 Ritu Shanthi (Age Attending Ceremony)?
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 Ritu Shanthi (Age Attending Ceremony) take?
About 4h, though this can vary with your family's tradition.
Can House of Purohit provide the Purohit?
Yes — a verified Purohit performs Ritu Shanthi (Age Attending Ceremony) at your home, with pricing shown before you book.
Is Ritu Shanthi (Age Attending Ceremony) available in Bengaluru?
Yes, in Bengaluru, from ₹3,800.
From
₹3,800

Reschedule free, with at least 3 full days’ notice