Bhoomi Puja

Bhoomi Puja, also known as Bhoomi Pujan, is a traditional Hindu ritual performed before the construction of a building or land development project. It is conducted to seek the blessings of Mother Earth (Bhoomi Devi) and to ensure a safe, successful, and obstacle-free construction process.

The puja is rooted in the belief that the earth is sacred and must be respected before any digging or foundation work begins. It also appeases any negative energies residing in the land and harmonizes the five elements — Earth, Water, Fire, Air, and Space.

Key Rituals of Bhoomi Puja:

• Site cleaning and setting up a temporary altar (vedi).
• Installation of a Kalash with coconut and mango leaves.
• Worship of Lord Ganesha and Vastu Purusha.
• Chanting of Vedic mantras and performing havan (fire ritual).
• Symbolic digging or placing the first brick (foundation stone).

Bhoomi Puja is usually performed by a qualified priest on an auspicious date and time (muhurat) as per Vastu and astrology. It is considered a vital beginning for any construction project to ensure prosperity, safety, and divine protection.

Benefits of Bhoomi Puja:

• Removes Vastu Doshas and negative energies from the land.
• Brings prosperity, peace, and success in the construction project.
• Invokes blessings from Mother Earth and guardian deities.
• Ensures safety of workers and family members during and after construction.
• Helps maintain spiritual and environmental harmony on the site.