Ark Vivah Puja In Varanasi

About this puja

A Vedic ritual in which a person is symbolically wed to the sacred Ark plant, traditionally done for marriage-related Mangal Dosha.

This Vedic rite is done for Mangal Dosha and for hurdles in marriage. The person is wed, in symbol, to the sacred Ark (Aak) plant, which is tied to Lord Surya. The tradition holds that it can ease doshas behind delayed marriage or trouble in married life. Pandits conduct it with the proper mantras. The ritual opens with Gauri Ganesh Pujan, invoking Goddess Gauri and Lord Ganesha. Next are Shodashopachar Pujan, Kalash Sthapana and Navagraha Pujan, in which the nine planets are worshipped. The central Arka Vivah follows in the traditional Vedic manner. Durva Archana and Kum Kum Archana are also offered, praying for prosperity and harmony at home. At the end, a Vishesh Homam is held, where offerings go into the sacred fire as Vedic mantras are chanted. In Varanasi, the puja takes place at the Ark Vinayak shrine of Astha Vinayak Mandir. It can also be booked online, where devotees ask Lord Shiva for peace and well-being.

Why devotees perform it

Devotees believe it helps lessen the effects of Mangal Dosha. It is said to ease delays in marriage. Many pray through it to find a suitable life partner. It is held to bring harmony into married life. The blessings of Lord Surya are sought for a peaceful future.