Satyanarayan Puja
Satyanarayan Katha
A household puja performed in gratitude or to mark a new beginning — a new home, a new job, a wedding anniversary, or a wish fulfilled. Relatives and neighbours are invited for the katha and the prasad.
- Where it is observed
- Pan-India, especially Maharashtra, Bengal, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar
- Communities
- Hindu families across traditions
- When to send
- 1–2 weeks ahead
- Invitation shape
- A short, warm invitation. The katha has a defined start time and guests are expected to be present for it.
Who invites whom
The household performing the puja, inviting relatives, neighbours and friends.
Timing & dates
One week is usually enough. These are often decided close to the date, which is exactly where a digital invitation is more practical than a printed one.
2026–27 date guidance
Most commonly performed on a Purnima, and also on Sankranti or on a day of personal significance. Any auspicious day may be chosen — confirm with your family's purohit.
The ceremonies
Practice varies by family, community and region — not every household observes all of these.
Sankalp
The statement of intention with which the puja begins.
Kathaकथा
The reading of the Satyanarayan story, in five parts.
Aarti
The concluding prayer.
Prasadप्रसाद
Sheera or panchamrit distributed to all present — considered an essential part of the observance.
What the invitation must include
- The date and the katha start time
- Home address with a map link
- When prasad and the meal will be served
- Contact number
Wording examples
Adapt these to your family's own voice — square brackets mark what you replace.
We are performing the Satyanarayan Puja at our home on [Date]. Katha begins at [Time], followed by aarti and prasad. Your presence would bless the occasion.
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