4 food items that are prepared as prasad for Kojagari Laxmi Puja

It is believed that Kojagari Laxmi Puja is a lucky day to worship Goddess Laxmi. On Purnima Tithi of Ashwina Month, devotees pray to Goddess Laxmi. Most people celebrate this festival in Assam, West Bengal, and Odisha. This festival takes place in the months of September and October according to the Hindu calendar. Kojagara Puja will be celebrated this year on October 28, 2023.

The customs surrounding the performance of Kojagara Puja differ from place to place. It is considered auspicious to offer prayers to Goddess Laxmi on the day of Kojagara Puja.

Here are 4 food items that are prepared as prasad  for Kojagari Laxmi Puja:

1.Sooji or Sooji Ka Halwa: The main purpose of sooji halwa is for pujas and other auspicious occasions. It is well-known not only in Bengal but also in other parts of India.

2. Til Ki Laddu or Til er Naru: Not only is Til Ki Laddu a well-known Lakshmi Puja recipe in Bengal, but it’s also a well-known Maharashtra recipe. Bengali people prepare til er naru or til ki laddu with jiggery or gur during Lakshmi puja.

3. Murki: A traditional Bengali dish called murki is mostly prepared for Lakshmi Puja. However, anyone can sample this recipe at any moment.

4. Nariel ki Laddu, or Gurer Narkel Naru: Bengali desserts like Gurer Narkel Naru, which are shaped like balls, are traditionally served during Kojagari Lakshmi Puja.

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