Festivals and muhurat
Griha Pravesh: choosing a good day to enter a new home
Griha pravesh is the ceremony of entering a new home. Many families choose a muhurat (favourable time) for it, using the panchang.
Overview
Why people do it: The ceremony welcomes the home and asks for blessings for the family. The muhurat is chosen so the start feels auspicious.
Common practices
How to choose: Check the panchang for a suitable muhurat in your city.
- Choose a day that suits the family's schedule, then check the panchang for timing.
- Perform a short puja with the family.
- Invite close family to share the first meal.