Lakshmi Mata
Lakshmi Puja is also observed on Falgun Purnima which is popularly celebrated as Holi or Dhuleti Holi. It is believed that on Phalguna Poornima day, Goddess Lakshmi was born as the day is also known as Lakshmi Jayanti for many communities in India.
In 2024, Lakshmi Puja time during Falgun Purnima is till 12.29 PM on 25 March. Falgun Purnima begins in the morning at 9.54 AM and ends in the evening on 24th. But Lakshmi Jayanti Lakshmi Pooja is performed on 8th March according to many calendars.
Falgun purnima is also known for Indra Puja or Shachindra Puja. On this day, Lord Indra and his consort Shachi Devi is also worshipped. Usually, Manmatha and Rati are worshipped on this day due to their sacrifice.
Sri Mahalakshmi Jayanti Mahalakshmi Puja Timings, 24 March 2024
Mahalakshmi Jayanti Mahalakshmi Puja – 10 AM to 11.30 AM
Mahalakshmi Jayanti Mahalakshmi Puja – 11.58 AM to 12.20 PM
Mahalakshmi Jayanti Mahalakshmi Puja – 6.30 PM to 7.45 PM