Madha Pooja (मढ़ा पूजा)

“Vivah ke shubh aarambh ka pehla kadam – Madha Pooja ke saath”

Madha Pooja, also known as Mandap Muhurat or Mandap Pujan, is a sacred pre-wedding ritual performed to purify and sanctify the place where the wedding rituals will take place. It is a symbolic gesture of inviting divine energies and seeking blessings for a smooth and auspicious wedding ceremony.

Cultural Significance

• Traditionally performed at the bride’s or groom’s home before the wedding
• Marks the beginning of Vivah Sanskar and related ceremonies
• Involves worship of Kuldevta, Vastu Devta, and Mother Earth (Bhoomi Devi)

Ritual Highlights

• Ganesh Pujan – To remove all obstacles
• Kalash Sthapana and Sankalp
• Pujan of the Mandap or Madha (wedding platform) with turmeric, kumkum, rice, and flowers
• Bhoomi Pujan – To honor and purify the earth
• Aarti and Prasad Distribution
• Optional: Haldi Ceremony or Sankalp for Vivah Muhurat

Spiritual Benefits

• Ensures a harmonious and obstacle-free wedding
• Invokes blessings of ancestors, deities, and nature
• Strengthens the spiritual foundation of the marriage

Service Details

• Location: Siddhbalaji Manokamna Mandir or at your home
• Duration: 1 to 1.5 hours
• Includes: Purohit services, puja samagri, and prasad
• Customizable: Based on regional traditions and family customs