Ananta Padmanabha Vrata Significance & Puja 2025 [Complete Guide]

The Ananta Padmanabha Vrata Significance is devoted to Lord Vishnu in his eternal form, Ananta Padmanabha, which represents the eternal and infinite nature of the universe.

Commonly undertaken on Ananta Chaturdashi, it is a day of great spiritual significance as all devotees pray to the Lord for blessings, prosperity, peace, and Nirvana – salvation and liberation from all the cycles of life’s struggles. The ceremony includes binding a sacred thread, Ananta Sutra.

This is a sign of the devotee’s pure devotion and commitment to the Dharma. This manual describes in detail the meanings and history of the Ananta Padmanabha Vrata and the step-by-step process of puja for its proper execution.

History of Anantha Padmanabha Vratha

Anantha Padmanabha Vrat puja is an old practice in Dwapar Yug (Mahabharata). Shaunakadi Maharishis advised Yudhishthir this vrat when he was in exile. He met several Rishis and learned more about Lord Ananta Padmanabha. He gained an ordain of doing this vrata for 14 years continuously. 

Details about Anantha Padmanabha Puja 

Mostly, couples perform Anantha Padmanabha vrata puja. The rituals begin by worshipping Lord Ganesha and the Yamuna River. You need to use red aksathe while starting the pooja. Pray to God with Vishnu sahasaranama. Use thread and do arati for this puja. Women can put the thread on their necks, while men can wear it on their hands. 

Anantha Padmanabha Story

Padma signifies lotus, whereas nabhi stands for the navel. So, Padmanabha refers to the Lord with a lotus in his navel. It indicates Lord Vishnu, who was sleeping on the Ekarnava ocean during the creation of the universe. A lotus emerged from his navel, leading to Lord Brahma’s birth.

When is Anantha Padmanabha Swamy Vratham Will be Observed in 2025?

In 2025, devotees will perform Anantha Padmanabha Vratham on 06^th September. It is the day when they will observe Anant Chaturdashi. Several Hindus in Maharashtra conduct Anant Puja on this day. Besides, people in South India also do Anantha Padmanabha Vrata to show devotion to Lord Vishnu.

Link Between Ananta Chaturdashi and Anantha Padmanabha Swami Vratham

Ananta Chaturdashi is when devotees worship Lord Vishnu, also known as Anantha Padmanabha. Lord Vishnu was found in the Ananta Sayana form on a particular day, and Anantha Padmanabha Swami Vratham is observed on Anata Chaturdashi. 

Benefits of Anantha Padmanabha Vratha Puja

With Anantha Padmanabha vrata puja, you will get several benefits-

• Acquire more wisdom.
• Get rid of your past sins due to karma.
• Purify your body and mind.
• Help you enjoy a healthy life.
• Have a trouble-free marital life. 

Anantha Padmanabha Swamy Vratham Puja Procedure

Pre-Puja Preparations

There are some preparatory steps for this puja. 

• You have to create a cotton band with 14 threads. 
• Make the Serpent Ananta with durva grass. 
• Later you can put the Ananta Daram on your hand.

Anantha Chaturdashi Vrat Vidhi 

Ananta Chaturdashi or Anantha Padmanabha vratham puja is to be done with Shodashopachar offerings. 

• You need a photo of the Padmanabha Swamy set or Kalasham to perform the puja rituals. 
• Moreover, it is essential to recite Anantha Padmanabha Swamy Vratham Katha. 
• You have to prepare bhog to offer the Lord. 

If you perform the vrat vidhi properly, you will have Chaturvidha Kaamyas. It means you will gain harmony, prosperity, and wealth.

Anantha Chaturdashi Puja Samagri 

The main ingredients needed for Anantha Chaturdashi puja are

Kumkum	Bell	Panchamitra (made from ghee, honey, sugar, yoghurt, and milk)	Anantha Padmanabha swami photo or idol
Counch Shell	Oil for a lamp, diya, and wicks	Floral garlands	Betel nuts
Tulsi dal	Patram- 14 types of leaves	Turmeric	Dry dates
Red thread reel	Kalash	Incense sticks	Coconut
Sandal paste	Camphor	Flowers	Betel Leaves

Anantha Chaturdashi Puja Rituals 

• As a part of the puja ritual, you must draw 14 padmalu before placing the sacred kalasha. Install the kalasha on a tray that holds uncooked rice. You need 2 kalashas (for Lakshmi and Vishnu).
• Behind the kalasha, there should be an Anantha vastra.
• Create 7-headed snakes (2) using darbe. Place them on the kalashas.
• Place the red thread properly.
• Decorate the silver kalasha with kumkum and turmeric.
• Use betel leaves for the interior rim of Kalasha.
• Smear the coconut with kumkum and turmeric. 
• A bloomed lotus is also essential for the ritual.

Prayers and Mantras During Anantha Padanabha Vratha Pooja 

“Om Pannagasana Vahanaya Namah”

This mantra is chanted while offering flowers and other items to the Lord. Your priests will chant various mantras during the pooja.

Post Vratham Tips 

To end your vrat, you need to perform some duties. You can invite and feed a priest and some neighbours or relatives. Your priest will tell you everything about ending the vrat. If possible, you can visit the nearby temple of Lord Vishnu.

Do’s and Dont’s During Anantha Padmanabha Swamy Vratham Puja

Do’s

• Take your bath before performing the pooja.
• Clean the room where you like to perform your pooja.
• Place banana trees near the entrance, as they play an essential role in your pooja. 
• You can eat vegetarian food (such as suji ka halwa)

Don’ts

• Do not cut your nail and hair on the day of the pooja.
• Do not wipe off your floor on that day.
• Men should not shave their beards on Anantha Padmanabha pooja day.
• Do not indulge in quarrels or disputes with others on the day.
• Do not consume non-veg items, including garlic and onion.

Frequently Asked Questions 

1. What is Anantha Padmanabha Vratha Pooja?

Anantha Padmanabha Vratha pooja is a special ritual done for Vishnu devaru. The intention behind this puja is to remove sorrows and attain good health throughout life.

2. When is Anantha Padmanabha Vratha Pooja observed?

You have to perform Anantha Padmanabha pooja on the 14th day of Bright Fortnight or Bhadrapadamaas Shukla paksha. It usually falls in September/October. You can also perform the Vratha on Ashvayujmaas or Navaratri.

3. Who performs Anantha Padmanabha Vratha Pooja? 

Any married couple who wants marital bliss in life can perform this pooja. They have to pray to God to make their married life happier and more peaceful.

4. What is the purpose of Anantha Padmanabha Vratha Pooja?

Performing this pooja is to remove sorrow and resolve misery in life. You can get rid of different karmic difficulties. 

5. What are the rituals involved in Anantha Padmanabha Vratha Pooja?

Several rituals are associated with this pooja, from Kalasha placement and decoration to Vishnu Sahasaranama chanting.

6. What is the significance of Lord Vishnu as Anantha Padmanabha?

It is believed that Lord Vishnu has appeared as Ananta Padmanabha. Devotees worship Him for the removal of sorrows. The term ‘Ananta’ means endless. So, Lord Vishnu blesses His devotees with endless joy.

7. What is the significance of Panchamrita Abhisheka in Anantha Padmanabha Vratha Pooja?

Panch amrita Abhisheka is a significant offering that helps devotees to get blessings from the Lord. The 5 items included in Panchamrita are intended for Hindu Gods and deities.

8. Which food items are offered in Anantha Padmanabha Vratha Pooja?

You need to offer some special food items to God during pooja. It mainly includes 14 dosa and 14 obbattu. Later, you can consume them as prasadam.

9. How can one prepare for Anantha Padmanabha Vratha Pooja?

You need to offer some special food items to God during pooja. It mainly includes 14 dosa and 14 obbattu. Later, you can consume them as prasadam. Like other rituals, you should start Anantha Padmanabha pooja after taking a bath.