Tulsi Vivah
Also known as: Tulsi Marriage
Dates follow the Indian calendar (IST). If you’re outside India, your local temple may observe a day earlier or later for tithi-based festivals.
Tulsi Vivah is the ceremonial wedding of the sacred tulsi (holy basil) plant to Lord Vishnu, performed the day after the gods awaken from their four-month rest (Dev Uthani Ekadashi, 20 November 2026). The little marriage ceremony at home, complete with decorations and songs, opens the Hindu wedding season.
For your location
Timing Advisory
This festival follows sunrise timings. Local observance may differ by region and timezone. Please check with your local temple or trusted Panchang for exact muhurat.
📋 How to Observe
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Decorate the tulsi plant like a bride with cloth and bangles
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Perform the simple wedding ceremony to Vishnu (shaligram)
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Sing wedding songs and distribute prasad
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Care for a tulsi plant year-round — that is the lasting puja
🕉️ Sacred Mantras
ॐ तुलस्यै नमः
Meaning: Salutations to the sacred tulsi
Pandit ji's Message
Dear devotee, Tulsi Vivah is a time for spiritual reflection and community celebration. Whether you're observing traditional rituals or adapting them to your modern life, remember that the sincerity of your devotion matters more than elaborate ceremonies. May this festival bring divine blessings to you and your family.
🙏 - Pandit Bala Krishan
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