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Agartala Shines Bright Ahead of Kojagari Lakshmi Puja on October 6
Oct 05, 2025The city of Agartala is decked out in lights and festive décor as it prepares to celebrate Kojagari Lakshmi Puja on Monday, October 6. Streets across the city are lined with decorative arches and illuminated displays, while puja organizers are giving final touches to elaborate idols and mandaps, setting the stage for one of the most revered festivals in the Hindu calendar.
Kojagari Lakshmi Puja, observed on the full moon night of the Ashwin month, marks the worship of Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth, fortune, beauty, and prosperity. The festival is particularly significant in eastern India, including Tripura, where it is celebrated with devotion and grandeur.
Lakshmi is not only revered for material wealth but also for spiritual well-being. According to tradition, the goddess favors cleanliness, order, and sincerity. In preparation for her arrival, households across the city have been thoroughly cleaned and decorated with lamps, alpana (traditional floor art), and floral arrangements.
“Lakshmi is believed to bless only those who are hardworking and pure in heart,” said a local priest. “That’s why people make every effort to welcome her with a clean home and a devoted heart.”
The origins of the festival are deeply rooted in Hindu mythology. Lakshmi is believed to be the daughter of Sage Bhrigu. According to legend, during the exile of the gods, she took refuge in the Kshir Sagar, or the ocean of milk. She re-emerged during the Samudra Manthan—the great churning of the ocean—carrying with her immense wealth and the nectar of immortality, Amrut.
The Kojagari night is also associated with the belief that Goddess Lakshmi roams the earth, blessing those who are awake and worshipping her. The word Kojagari itself comes from the Sanskrit phrase "Ko Jagrati?" meaning "Who is awake?"
As Agartala immerses itself in this spiritual celebration, the atmosphere is one of joy, hope, and devotion. Local markets are bustling with shoppers purchasing sweets, diyas, and puja essentials, adding to the festive spirit.
With preparations in full swing and enthusiasm running high, the city is ready to welcome the goddess with open arms and lit homes, hoping for her divine blessings of peace and prosperity.
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