The nine planets — Surya, Chandra, Mangal, Budh, Guru, Shukra, Shani, Rahu and Ketu — are believed to influence different aspects of our lives, from health and career to relationships and mental peace.
Navgraha Shanti Puja is performed to pacify planets that may be positioned unfavorably in a person’s kundli, easing their negative effects while strengthening the benefits of favorably placed planets.
This puja is often recommended during periods of prolonged difficulty, before starting a major life event, or during specific planetary transits such as Sade Sati or Shani’s Dhaiya, when Shani’s influence is particularly strong.
The ceremony involves chanting of navgraha mantras, offerings specific to each planet, and a havan — typically performed under the guidance of an experienced pandit to ensure each step is aligned correctly.