--- title: "Spiritual Festivals and Vedic Pujas in South Delhi | Sivananda Yoga" description: "Join traditional spiritual festivals, Vedic homams, and pujas at Sivananda Yoga Centre, Delhi. Experience sacred chanting and community meditation in South Delhi." canonical: https://mytribe.in/sivanandasouthdelhi/spiritual-and-community-programs/spiritual-festivals-pujas last_updated: 2025-09-22 --- # Spiritual Festivals, Traditional Pujas, and Vedic Homams Tribe Verified · Authentic Vedic ceremonies in South Delhi By [Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Nataraja Centre](https://mytribe.in/sivanandasouthdelhi) · Online and at studio in Kailash Colony, New Delhi · ₹108 per session (estimate) Part of [Spiritual and Community Programs](https://mytribe.in/sivanandasouthdelhi/spiritual-and-community-programs). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/sivanandasouthdelhi/spiritual-and-community-programs/gallery) We honor the rhythm of the seasons and our ancient traditions by gathering for sacred pujas, homams, and festivals. These community events are open to all, offering a space for reflection, chanting, and collective peace. ## Photos and videos - [Video: Glimpses from our Maha Shivaratri celebration, a night of devotion dedicated to Lord Shiva. The video shows our community participating in the puja, chanting, and meditating together through the night.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f7c83b27-e5cb-498e-8aa9-0d97166de736) - ![A priest leads the chanting during a puja ceremony at our center. These rituals are performed with meticulous care, creating a powerful atmosphere of devotion and sanctity.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d637ada3-cba3-4c0e-a360-776c7e7b6f5a) - ![Students sit in quiet contemplation during a festival puja. These gatherings are a time for the community to come together, reflect, and absorb the spiritual vibrations of the ceremony.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1576478b-f18d-4d76-82f3-bea41bfe0372) - ![A student plays the harmonium, leading the kirtan during our Maha Shivaratri celebration. Music and chanting are integral parts of our devotional practices, elevating the collective energy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d6e52cb1-74ba-461d-b569-d0dea4e417e1) - [Video: The Lalita Sahasranamam Pooja, a beautiful ceremony involving the chanting of the thousand names of the Divine Mother. This video shows the serene and focused atmosphere of the event.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7615925d-cb0f-4970-b7cc-a8ada2ac9a9b) - [Video: An invitation to our Lalita Sahasranamam puja during Chaitra Navratri. This video shows students peacefully participating in the chanting, a practice that cultivates devotion and inner peace.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/50a03798-7a74-4afe-bba5-9f09d8ff4e13) - [Video: A look at our Ganesh Chaturthi Homam, a fire ceremony to honor Lord Ganesha. The video captures the sacred rituals and the communal sharing of prasad (blessed food) afterwards.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dcc58dd9-b95d-4ad7-96a0-a6ce9e02b256) - ![An open invitation to our Shivaratri Puja. These events are always free and open to everyone, as we believe in sharing these sacred moments with the wider community.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d0c36ec1-6a82-4581-a5ca-a74715e46cf9) - ![An announcement for a Maha Mrityunjaya Homa and Prayers for World Peace. We conduct these powerful fire ceremonies with special priests from Kerala to send intentions of healing and peace out into the world.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/eafad561-41db-49e3-a7e2-2a6b884283da) - ![The intricate and beautiful setup for the Maha Mrityunjaya Homa. The colorful mandala, lamps, and offerings are all part of creating a sacred space for this powerful healing ceremony.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9664386b-928e-4877-933b-a67c91482b63) - [Video: Celebrating the birth anniversary of our master, Swami Sivananda. Our community gathers for a special satsang with chanting and prayers to honor his life and teachings.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2dbfc910-7eef-465b-9f0f-f63fa6ac108a) - [Video: A moving look at our Guru Poornima celebration, where we honor the light of wisdom passed down by our Gurus. Community members of all ages participate in the puja and offerings.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c6b53b9d-fed7-41a7-929e-4027c8386889) - ![A priest offers guidance to a participant during a puja. These ceremonies are interactive, allowing everyone to feel personally connected to the ritual.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/53541797-c40d-4738-94a5-b9f192403d53) - ![Members of our community deep in meditation during a festival. The collective stillness and focus create a profound spiritual atmosphere that is difficult to achieve alone.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/09e4cb67-54c7-44f2-8de9-b25389eb3590) - ![A close-up of the sacred offerings and rituals being performed during a puja. Every element, from the flowers to the flame, holds symbolic meaning in our tradition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/58f8f44f-92a9-47e0-8b2e-1909b771b17f) - ![A senior member of our community participates in the puja, representing the continuity of tradition across generations.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b40788d6-2a1f-4e49-a869-76a523f13c27) - ![A participant holds a flower offering during a puja, a simple yet profound act of devotion and surrender.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ed4e4ddc-e28a-4165-b7e8-b0ce84fc673f) - ![A brass statue of Nandi, the sacred bull, adorned with marigolds and illuminated by a diya lamp during a puja.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d542c85b-e3aa-48b3-a23b-e5eaebe4d54a) - ![A Shiva Lingam adorned with a garland of fresh red roses and marigolds, prepared as a central part of our worship.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1b39351d-e2c2-4176-a0ba-dd6f18c8fe7d) - ![A priest chants sacred mantras into a microphone, filling the space with divine vibrations during a ceremony.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a6fa3636-0537-4138-b5be-96c2956d9935) - ![The beautifully decorated statue of Lord Nataraja, the cosmic dancer, serves as a focal point for devotion during our Maha Shivaratri festival.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4cdf6e92-63f9-483e-88df-1a3a138c8013) - ![A puja being performed in front of the portraits of our Gurus on Swami Vishnudevananda's mahasamadhi day, a day of remembrance.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7f673020-7eeb-40b9-bfb5-7fb3d88f8d7d) - ![An altar setup for Swami Vishnudevananda's mahasamadhi day, with his portrait, a lamp, and offerings of fruit and flowers.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/07ef9134-57a5-4260-845a-03da55d9c84e) - ![A priest performs arati, the waving of light, before the portraits of our masters, a key part of our daily worship and special ceremonies.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7fbb2e38-1d26-46a9-88ae-66a1a5609e28) - ![Our community members joyfully preparing flowers and sacred leaves for the Maha Mrityunjaya Homa, a beautiful act of selfless service (seva).](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b1cc6534-7a17-4c37-af22-d1ab10551d8f) ## About Spiritual Festivals & Pujas Our fire ceremonies (homams) and pujas are not performances, but intimate, interactive rituals. We invite you to participate directly—whether by offering flowers, joining the Sanskrit chanting, or simply sitting in the stillness of our meditation hall in Kailash Colony. These gatherings are always free and open to anyone, regardless of your prior experience with yoga or Vedic traditions. At Sivananda Yoga Delhi, we view festivals as opportunities to pause and realign with our inner selves. Whether it is Maha Shivaratri, Guru Poornima, or Ganesh Chaturthi, our space transforms into a sanctuary where the collective energy of the community becomes palpable. We often host specialized priests to conduct complex rituals like the Maha Mrityunjaya Homa, ensuring the mantras and protocols are followed with traditional precision. ### What to expect at our ceremonies * **Active Participation:** Unlike spectator events, our pujas encourage your involvement. You will find participants chanting along, offering petals, and sharing prasad afterward. It is a shared experience of devotion rather than a passive observation. * **The Atmosphere:** Our center provides a simple, traditional backdrop. We focus on the essence of the ritual—the flame, the vibration of the hymns, and the silence—rather than elaborate decor or stage setups. It is designed for deep focus and meditation. * **Inclusivity:** If you have never attended a homam or puja, you are welcome. We guide you through the process, and our doors are open to everyone, from curious neighbors to dedicated practitioners. We believe the fruits of such spiritual gatherings are meant to be shared. If you are looking to deepen your practice or simply find a quiet, resonant space in South Delhi, we invite you to join us for our next community gathering. ## About Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Nataraja Centre We are the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Nataraja Centre. Following the teachings of Swami Sivananda and Swami Vishnudevananda, we serve the South Delhi community by preserving the rituals, meditation practices, and devotional chanting that keep our tradition alive. 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