Chopda Puja, also known as Sharda Pujan, is an important ritual performed by the business community in Gujarat during Diwali. In short, Lakshmi Puja during Diwali is known as Chopda Puja in Gujarat. This ceremony is dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity, and Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles. The auspicious occasion marks the beginning of the new financial year for Gujarati businesses and is a way of seeking blessings for a prosperous year ahead. Chopda Pujan 2024 will be celebrated on Thursday, October 31, 2024. Chopda Puja is also part of religious traditions where a successful business needs blessing of deities to make the coming year profitable. In this article, let’s know more about the Chopda Pujan 2024 date, timings, shubh muhurat and significance of the auspicious day celebrated by the Gujrati community. Lakshmi Puja 2024 Date in Diwali Week: Know Laxmi Pujan Timings, Shubh Muhurat and Significance of the Auspicious Hindu Festival. 

Chopda Pujan 2024 Date

Chopda Pujan 2024 will be celebrated on Thursday, October 31, 2024

Chopda Pujan 2024 Timings and Shubh Muhurat

According to Drikpanchang, the Auspicious Choghadiya Muhurat for Diwali Chopda Puja are as follows:

  • Afternoon Muhurat (Shubha) - 04:39 PM to 06:05 PM

  • Evening Muhurat (Amrita, Chara) - 06:05 PM to 09:14 PM

  • Night Muhurat (Labha) - 12:22 AM to 01:56 AM, Nov 01

  • Early Morning Muhurat (Shubha, Amrita) - 03:31 AM to 06:39 AM, Nov 01

Chopda Pujan Significance

Chopda Puja is also part of religious traditions where a successful business needs blessing of deities to make the coming year profitable. In Gujarat traditional, accounting books are known as Chopda or Chopada. These books are ceremoniously worshipped on this auspicious day. As per tradition, businesses close their old accounts and open new ones, symbolising a fresh start. Traditionally, accountants, traders, and business owners write the words ‘Shubh Labh’ in their new ledgers, praying for success in the upcoming year.

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