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In Illustrations: On Lakshmi Puja, the story of the goddess’ origin
Devotees are celebrating Goddess Lakshmi today (28 October) as some states observe Kojagari Lakshmi Puja, while others mark Sharad Purnima. Let’s learn more about the deity of wealth and prosperity
FP Explainers Last Updated:October 28, 2023 18:20:37 IST 
Idols of the Hindu goddess of wealth and prosperity Lakshmi kept in a truck in Kolkata in 2010. Reuters File Photo
Today (28 October) is the day to remember Goddess Lakshmi. After Durga Puja, several states in India, including West Bengal, Assam and Odisha, celebrate Kojagari Lakshmi Puja with much fervour.
Lakshmi or ‘ghorer meye’ Lokkhi is worshipped in homes across Bengal to usher wealth and prosperity. It is believed the goddess revolves around the Earth’s orbit on this day and relieves the sorrows and pains of her devotees.
Hindus are observing Sharad Purnima today, another name for the auspicious day in other parts of the country. When Purnima or full Moon day is observed during Ashwin month, it is known as Sharad Purnima or Ashwin Purima.
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Farmers celebrate this day by praying for good harvests from Goddess Lakshmi. In some regions, it is believed Lakshmi was born on this day. To celebrate this, devotees decorate their houses with lights and rangolis and make sweets and sattvik food for the goddess.
Before we pay obeisance to the goddess of wealth, prosperity, auspiciousness and good fortune on Diwali again, let’s take a look through these photos at Lakshmi legendary origin tale.
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