Navagraha Puja (नवग्रहपूजा) is a Hindu ritual performed to appease the nine celestial deities (Navagrahas)—the planets that influence human life according to Vedic astrology. This puja is believed to reduce the negative effects of malefic planets and enhance the benefits of favorable planetary positions.

Who are the Navagrahas?
The Navagrahas (Nine Planets) are:

1. Surya (Sun) – Represents power, health, and authority.
2. Chandra (Moon) – Governs emotions, mind, and well-being.
3. Mangala (Mars) – Represents courage, energy, and strength.
4. Budha (Mercury) – Symbolizes intellect, communication, and wisdom.
5. Guru (Jupiter) – Brings knowledge, prosperity, and good fortune.
6. Shukra (Venus) – Governs love, wealth, and creativity.
7. Shani (Saturn) – Represents discipline, justice, and karma.
8. Rahu (North Lunar Node) – Affects desires, illusions, and material gains.
9. Ketu (South Lunar Node) – Governs spirituality, detachment, and enlightenment.

Significance of Navagraha Puja

• Helps neutralize negative planetary influences in one’s horoscope (Janma Kundali).
• Brings peace, prosperity, health, and success.
• Recommended for people facing financial difficulties, health issues, career struggles, or marital problems due to planetary doshas.
• Often performed before Griha Pravesh (Housewarming), Marriage, Business Ventures, and Other Auspicious Events.