Before Goddess Lakshmi graces your home on Diwali night, every corner must sparkle тАФ not just with light, but with purity. In Sanatan tradition, Diwali cleaning isnтАЩt just about dusting and decluttering тАФ itтАЩs a ritual of renewal.
Our ancestors called it тАЬBhoot ShuddhiтАЭ тАФ cleansing both space and energy. A clean, organized home attracts sattvic vibrations, while stagnant clutter holds negativity. So hereтАЩs a detailed room-by-room Diwali Deep Cleaning Plan that blends physical tidying with spiritual rituals тАФ the My3ionetra way.
ЁЯМ╝ The Meaning Behind Diwali Cleaning
Diwali marks the end of darkness (tamas) and the awakening of light (jyoti). Cleaning the home is symbolic of:
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Removing past yearтАЩs heaviness and negativity.
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Making space for new opportunities and prosperity.
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Inviting Goddess Lakshmi to reside in a sattvic, harmonious environment.
тАЬWhere there is cleanliness, there is divinity.тАЭ тАФ Padma Purana
ЁЯМ┐ Step 1: Start with Sankalp (Intention)
Before picking up the broom or duster, pause and set your Sankalp тАФ your reason for cleaning.
Light a diya, close your eyes, and say softly:
тАЬOm Shubham Karoti Kalyanam тАФ May this act bring peace, purity, and prosperity to my home.тАЭ
тЬи You can use a Ghee Diya or Camphor Dhoop from the Prasadam Collection while doing this.
ЁЯПа Room-by-Room Deep Cleaning Rituals
1. Entrance (Main Door & Threshold)
This is where Lakshmi first enters, so it should radiate warmth.
Physical Cleaning:
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Wipe door handles, polish nameplates, and replace worn-out mats.
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Dust corners and remove cobwebs.
Spiritual Touch:
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Sprinkle saltwater mixed with ganga jal across the threshold.
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Light a clay diya at the left corner of your entrance every evening until Diwali.
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Decorate with Lakshmi Charan Paduka and rangoli.
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2. Living Room: Energy Reset Zone
The heart of family gatherings and laughter.
Physical Cleaning:
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Wipe furniture with neem or essential oil water.
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Vacuum cushions and curtains.
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Remove unused d├йcor тАФ space must breathe.
Spiritual Ritual:
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Burn Loban or Guggul Dhoop to purify vibrations.
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Ring a brass ghanti once to circulate pranic energy.
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Keep a Tulsi leaf or flower bowl on the center table to attract positivity.
ЁЯТб Tip: Add a small diya on the window sill during Kartik Deepdan month.
3. Mandir / Puja Room
The most sacred corner deserves the most mindful care.
Physical Cleaning:
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Remove old flowers, incense ash, and offerings.
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Wipe idols gently with a damp cloth (use tamarind water for brass or copper).
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Wash altar cloths and replace with fresh fabric.
Spiritual Ritual:
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Apply sandalwood paste to idols.
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Sprinkle ganga jal on the altar.
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Offer a Prasadam Box sweet as your first refreshed offering.
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4. Kitchen: The Abundance Hub
A cluttered kitchen blocks annalakshmi тАФ the energy of nourishment.
Physical Cleaning:
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Clean shelves, oil containers, and spice racks.
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Discard expired or unused ingredients.
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Wipe jars with lemon water (it removes grease + purifies).
Spiritual Ritual:
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Draw a small Swastik on the kitchen wall with turmeric paste.
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Keep one diya near the stove during the evening.
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Chant тАЬAnnapoorne Sada PoorneтАЭ while cooking.
5. Bedrooms: The Rest & Rejuvenation Space
Physical Cleaning:
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Change bedsheets to lighter, festive tones.
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Dust behind furniture and windows.
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Declutter nightstands and wardrobes тАФ release what no longer serves.
Spiritual Ritual:
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Keep a bowl of rose petals or camphor near the window overnight.
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Burn sandalwood incense for peaceful dreams.
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Before sleep, light a single diya near a Tulsi leaf and pray for calmness.
6. Bathrooms & Utility Areas: The Forgotten Corners
Even these spaces need spiritual care.
Physical Cleaning:
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Use natural cleaners like baking soda, vinegar, or lemon.
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Replace old towels and soaps.
Spiritual Ritual:
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Keep camphor crystals in a bowl тАФ they absorb negativity.
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Burn a single incense stick every morning after cleaning.
7. Balcony / Outdoor Spaces
Physical Cleaning:
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Wash floors, wipe railings, and remove dust from plants.
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Declutter broken pots or empty bottles.
Spiritual Ritual:
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Place one Eco Clay Diya at dawn and dusk.
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Add a small pot of Tulsi or marigold тАФ both attract prosperity.
ЁЯз╣ Step 2: Energetic Cleansing with Sound & Smoke
After physical cleaning, purify energy using sound and fragrance.
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Sound Cleansing: Ring a bell or play soft chants in every room.
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Smoke Cleansing: Move clockwise with burning dhoop or camphor.
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Light Cleansing: End each round by lighting a diya in the mandir.
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ЁЯТл Step 3: Declutter with Devotion
Ask yourself:
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Does this item serve a purpose?
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Does it carry positive emotion?
If not тАФ gift it, donate it, or recycle it.
Decluttering with awareness frees mental energy. Donation (daan) during Diwali multiplies blessings and brings emotional lightness.
ЁЯХпя╕П Step 4: The Final Pre-Diwali Glow
After all cleaning is done:
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Light five diyas тАФ one each for health, peace, prosperity, protection, and gratitude.
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Burn sandal or guggul incense.
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Chant тАЬShubh Lakshmi MahamayeтАЭ while walking through each room.
Now your home is not just clean тАФ itтАЩs consecrated.
ЁЯХЙя╕П FAQs
Q1. Why is cleaning before Diwali considered auspicious?
ItтАЩs believed Goddess Lakshmi visits only clean and sattvic homes. Cleanliness symbolizes readiness to receive abundance.
Q2. What day should I start Diwali cleaning?
Begin on Ashwin Krishna Trayodashi (two weeks before Diwali) and complete by Dhanteras.
Q3. Can I use camphor for energy cleansing?
Yes тАФ camphor purifies air, uplifts mood, and removes doshas.
Q4. What to do with old puja samagri?
Respectfully immerse in clean water or compost; never throw in garbage.
тЬи Conclusion
Deep cleaning for Diwali is not just an annual ritual тАФ itтАЩs an act of devotion. As you clear dust from every shelf, youтАЩre also clearing heaviness from the mind. As light fills each corner, your heart becomes a temple.
ЁЯМ╕ Begin your sacred clean-up with pure essentials:
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This Diwali, donтАЩt just clean your home тАФ sanctify it. Let every corner glow with peace, fragrance, and divine readiness. ЁЯкФ
