Haal Khata — Ganesh-Lakshmi Puja for the New Ledger

GaneshaLakshmi 45 minMedium

8 steps8 mantras~10 min of recitationFull puja ~45 min

When

Pohela Boishakh — 1 Boishakh

Duration

45 min

Deity

Ganesha, Lakshmi

Pohela Boishakh begins the Bengali year (Bangabda). Traders close the old accounts and open a new red-bound ledger — the haal khata — after worshipping Ganesha, remover of obstacles, and Lakshmi, giver of wealth, and invite customers to settle dues over sweets.