Sri Sukta Havan (Laxmi Havan) and Chandi Homa at Shri Kshetra Kolhapur Mahalakshmi Temple

What is Sri Sukta Havan (Laxmi Havan)?

Sri Sukta Havan, also called Laxmi Havan, Shri Suktam Homa or Lakshmi Sukta Homam, is a Vedic fire ritual done to invite Devi Mahalakshmi into your life and home. In this havan, the mantras of the Sri Sukta are chanted, and an ahuti is offered into the sacred fire after each mantra. It is done for wealth, steady income, success at work and a peaceful home.

The word Sri means wealth, beauty and all that is auspicious. It is also the name of Devi Lakshmi. The word Sukta means a hymn that is well spoken. Sri Sukta is a hymn from the Khila section of the Rigveda, and its first verse begins with the call "Hiranyavarnam Harinim". In this verse, Agni Deva is invited as Jatavedas, the one who knows all beings, so that he may bring Devi Lakshmi to the sevakartha.

In a havan, Agni Deva is the messenger. Whatever is offered with the right mantra and a clean heart reaches Devi through him. Traditionally, the ahuti includes ghee, lotus seeds, bilva leaves and other pure items. The Pandits chant the mantras with the correct swara, and the sankalpa is taken in the name and gotra of the sevakartha.

Sri Sukta Havan is not only about money. The text speaks of Lakshmi as the one who removes alakshmi, meaning poverty, misfortune and a restless mind. It also asks for fame, good fortune and a stable home. This is why the havan is chosen by families, business owners and working people alike.

At Kolhapur Mahalakshmi, this havan is even more special. Kolhapur is where Devi is worshipped as Mahalakshmi herself, and the Devi Bhagavata Purana counts Kolhapur among the sacred places of Devi. A Lakshmi havan done within her own temple premises, before the Utsav Murti of Devi, and during Navaratri on 15 and 19 October, carries great spiritual strength.

What is Chandi Homa?

Chandi Homa, also called Chandi Havan, Chandi Path Havan or Durga Saptashati Homa, is a powerful fire ritual done to please Devi Chandi, the fierce and protecting form of Durga. In this homa, verses of the Devi Mahatmya are recited and offered into the fire. It is done for protection from fear, enemies and negative energy, and for courage, victory and removal of obstacles.

The Devi Mahatmya is a part of the Markandeya Purana. It has 700 verses in 13 chapters, and it is also called Durga Saptashati or Chandi Path. The text is divided into three charitras. It tells how Devi, who is the Adi Shakti, destroyed Madhu and Kaitabha, Mahishasura, and Shumbha and Nishumbha. These stories show that when adharma grows too strong, Shakti rises to protect her devotees.

The homa begins with Ganapati puja, kalash sthapana and sankalpa. The Pandits then recite the Chandi Path, along with prayers such as Chandi Kavacham, Argala Stotram and Keelaka Stotram. Havan is done with the verses, and the ritual ends with Purnahuti and Mangal Aarti.

Nav Chandi Homa is the grand form of this ritual. Traditionally, the Chandi Path is recited nine times, and the havan is done on a large scale, so it needs a team of trained Pandits and a long time to complete. The sevakartha takes part through sankalpa, and the ritual is done in his or her name.

Chandi Homa is chosen by those who face fear, court or family troubles, enemies, evil eye, or long standing obstacles. The text itself says that Devi protects the one who recites or hears her stories with devotion. Done within the Mahalakshmi Temple premises in Kolhapur on 25 October 2026, before the Utsav Murti of Devi, this homa is performed in the holy presence of Adi Shakti.

Benefits of Sri Sukta Havan (Laxmi Havan)

Sri Sukta Havan is done to invite Devi Mahalakshmi and her blessings of wealth, stability and peace. Devotees believe it brings these benefits:

• Flow of wealth: Helps bring steady income and new sources of earning, and supports the growth of a business or career.
• Relief from money worries: Eases financial stress and helps the sevakartha move towards a stable and secure life.
• Removal of Alakshmi: The Sri Sukta asks for the removal of poverty, loss and misfortune, and for the arrival of good fortune.
• Peace and harmony at home: Lakshmi is the Devi of a happy, well kept home, so the havan supports love and calm in the family.
• Success in new beginnings: It is a good choice before starting a business, buying a home or taking a big financial step.
• Mental peace and clarity: The mantras and the sacred fire bring a calm mind, which helps in making wise money decisions.

Benefits of Chandi Homa

Chandi Homa is done to please Devi Chandi, the protecting form of Durga. Devotees believe it brings these benefits:

• Protection from fear: Gives strength and a feeling of safety when life feels uncertain or heavy.
• Safety from enemies and harm: Devi Chandi is the destroyer of those who bring harm, so the homa is chosen for protection from enemies and unfair people.
• Removal of nazar and negative energy: Helps clear the effect of evil eye, bad influences and unseen troubles.
• Courage and confidence: The Devi Mahatmya stories build inner strength to face hard times.
• Removal of obstacles: Helps clear long standing blocks in work, family matters and important decisions.
• Peace and wellbeing in the family: Brings a protected, peaceful atmosphere at home.

Why Do Both Together at Kolhapur Mahalakshmi?

Lakshmi brings prosperity, and Chandi protects it. Wealth that is not protected can be lost, and protection without prosperity is incomplete. This is why many devotees take part in both rituals. Within the Mahalakshmi Temple premises in Kolhapur, where Devi is worshipped as Mahalakshmi herself, the blessings of both forms come together in one holy place. Two of the Sri Sukta Havan dates, 15 and 19 October, fall in Navaratri, the time when Devi shakti is believed to be at its strongest. The first date, 9 October, is a Friday, the day of Devi Lakshmi.

Who Should Book Sri Sukta Havan and Chandi Homa?

Sri Sukta Havan (Laxmi Havan) is a good choice for:

• Families facing money problems, loss or unsteady income
• Business owners who want growth and stability
• Those starting a new business, buying a home or making a big investment
• Those whose kundli shows a weak Shukra (Venus), as many astrologers advise Lakshmi upasana for Shukra
• Anyone who wishes to invite prosperity and peace into the home

Chandi Homa is a good choice for:

• Those who feel constant fear, worry or a heavy feeling at home or at work
• Those troubled by enemies, jealousy or evil eye
• Families facing long standing obstacles or disputes
• Those going through a hard planetary period who want protection and strength
• Anyone who wishes to give thanks to Devi Chandi for her protection

Also for those who cannot travel: If you live in another city or abroad and cannot visit Kolhapur, you can still take part. Your sankalpa is taken in your name and gotra, and you can join through the live link from home.

How the Ritual is Done

These rituals follow the traditional Vedic method. The general flow is given below so that you know what to expect.

Sri Sukta Havan (Laxmi Havan)

1. Sankalpa: The Pandit takes the sankalpa in the name and gotra of the sevakartha and family, and states the wish for which the havan is done.
2. Ganapati puja: The ritual starts with a prayer to Shri Ganesha to remove all obstacles.
3. Agni sthapana: The sacred fire is lit and Agni Deva is invited to carry the offerings.
4. Sri Sukta mantras with ahuti: The Sri Sukta verses are chanted, and an ahuti is offered into the fire after each mantra.
5. Purnahuti and aarti: The havan ends with the final offering, followed by Mangal Aarti and prayers for the wellbeing of the sevakartha.

Chandi Homa (Nav Chandi Homa)

1. Sankalpa and Ganapati puja: The ritual begins with the sankalpa and a prayer to Shri Ganesha.
2. Kalash sthapana: Devi is invited into the kalash.
3. Chandi Path: Verses of the Devi Mahatmya are recited, along with prayers like Chandi Kavacham, Argala Stotram and Keelaka Stotram.
4. Havan: Ahuti is offered into the fire with the mantras of the Chandi Path.
5. Purnahuti and Mangal Aarti: The homa ends with the final offering and aarti, with prayers for protection and peace for the sevakartha and family.

All rituals are performed within the Mahalakshmi Temple premises, in front of the Utsav Murti of Devi, and follow the temple's traditional method.

How to Join Sri Sukta Havan and Chandi Homa Online

You do not need to travel to Kolhapur. Here is how to take part from home, from India or abroad:

1. Book your seva: Go to the booking section and choose Sri Sukta Havan, Chandi Homa, or both.
2. Share your details: Give the name of the sevakartha, the gotra and the names of the family members for whom the sankalpa is to be taken.
3. Get the live link: The live link for the ritual will be shared with you.
4. Watch and join: On the day, sit in a clean place, light a diya and watch the havan. When the Pandit takes the sankalpa, join in with a calm mind and a prayer.
5. Offer your prayer: At the time of Purnahuti, fold your hands and pray for your wish.

For the best result, bathe and wear clean clothes before the havan, and keep a pure and peaceful mind during the ritual.