Griha Pravesh (House Warming)
The traditional first entry into a new home. Includes Ganapati pooja, Punyahavachanam, Vastu Shanti, kalasha sthapana, milk boiling ceremony and Navagraha prayers to invite prosperity and peace into the household.
A family crosses this threshold once. This is how it is crossed 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 Griha Pravesh (House Warming) booked, and what does it cost?
On House of Purohit, a verified Purohit performs Griha Pravesh (House Warming) at your home in Bengaluru starting from ₹5,100, and the ceremony takes about 3h. Every price is shown before payment, the samagri (ritual items) list is provided in advance, and the Purohit is matched to your language and family tradition (Smartha, Vaishnava, Madhwa, North Indian). Families unsure whether this is the right ceremony can talk to a Pandit free before booking.
Clean the house thoroughly
Draw rangoli at the main door
Tie mango-leaf toran above the entrance
Keep 1 litre fresh milk and a new vessel ready
Keep 2 kg raw rice for the kalasha and homa
Ensure the gas connection is working
Running water available in the kitchen
Couple/head of household present at the muhurat time
- What samagri is required for Griha Pravesh (House Warming)?
- Clean the house thoroughly, Draw rangoli at the main door, Tie mango-leaf toran above the entrance, Keep 1 litre fresh milk and a new vessel ready, Keep 2 kg raw rice for the kalasha and homa, Ensure the gas connection is working, among other items. The full list, and how it's provided, is confirmed before the day.
- How long does Griha Pravesh (House Warming) take?
- About 3h, though this can vary with your family's tradition.
- Can House of Purohit provide the Purohit?
- Yes — a verified Purohit performs Griha Pravesh (House Warming) at your home, with pricing shown before you book.
- Is Griha Pravesh (House Warming) available in Bengaluru?
- Yes, in Bengaluru, from ₹5,100.
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before