While many people associate December with Christmas celebrations, a large number of Hindu families also prepare for Tulsi Puja Diwas on the same day. Scriptures say the presence of Tulsi brings positivity to a home, and the rituals performed on this day are believed to purify the surroundings and the mind.
Tulsi Puja Diwas 2025 Date
According to the Hindu Panchang, Tulsi Puja Diwas is observed on 25 December every year. The day is dedicated to worshipping Tulsi Mata, who is revered as a form of Goddess Lakshmi.
Why Tulsi Is Spiritually Important
Tulsi, also known as Vrinda, holds a special place in Hindu homes.
- Symbol of purity: It is believed that a home with Tulsi attracts positive energy, peace and prosperity.
- Linked with Lord Vishnu: Scriptures say Vishnu’s worship is incomplete without Tulsi.
- Natural purifier: Tulsi is said to cleanse the atmosphere and reduce negative energy.
- Medicinal qualities: Traditionally, Tulsi leaves are used to relieve cough, cold, fever and several common ailments.
Tulsi Puja Diwas: How to perform Tulsi Puja
On Tulsi Puja Diwas, families start their day during Brahma Muhurta.
- Devotees take a bath early and wear clean, often red-coloured clothes.
- Homes and temple areas are decorated with flowers and rangolis.
- Water is offered to Tulsi Mata, followed by applying kumkum.
- The plant is adorned with solah shringar including a red chunari, flowers, garlands, sweets and other items.
- Devotees chant Vishnu-Tulsi mantras and perform the aarti.
- People observing a fast eat only satvik food and avoid tamasic items.
Tulsi Puja Diwas: Mantras to chant
A popular chant during the rituals says:
“Goddess you have created before, you are worshiped by the sages, I offer my obeisances to you, O Hari, dear Hari.” One of the Revered Verses Recited during the puja says:
“Mahaprasada Janani Sarva Saubhagyavardhini, Aadhi vyadhi hara Nityam Tulasi Tvam Namostute.”
Tulsi Puja Diwas Vidhi: Check step-by-step guide
- Clean the Tulsi plant and decorate the area with rangoli and flowers.
- Offer water, kumkum and light a lamp near the plant.
- Present panchamrit, fruits, sweets, flowers and 16 shringar items to Tulsi Mata.
- Recite Vedic mantras and perform the aarti.
- Share prasad with family members and neighbours.
- Many families also donate food or essentials to the needy, as charity on this day is considered auspicious.
Tulsi Puja Diwas is seen as a day to invite prosperity and harmony into the home. Devotees believe that worshipping Tulsi on this day brings the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Vishnu. Along with spiritual benefits, the rituals are said to help people feel calmer and more connected with their families and traditions.
(Disclaimer: The information given here is based on general beliefs and public sources. ET does not confirm its scientific accuracy.)