In Hinduism, Chitragupta Puja holds special significance. This festival is celebrated on the day of Bhai Dooj. There is a tradition of worshipping pens, inkpots, and account books on this day. According to religious belief, Lord Chitragupta maintains a record of an individual's good and bad deeds. The consequences of one's actions are determined based on this record, as Lord Chitragupta is also considered the presiding deity of writing and knowledge. For this reason, pens and inkpots are given special importance during Chitragupta Puja.

It is customary to worship pens and inkpots on this day. In many places, new ventures are also initiated on this occasion. But do you know why, exactly, pens and inkpots are worshipped during Chitragupta Puja? If not, let us explore the mystery behind this in this article.

Why are pens and inkpots worshipped?
According to religious belief, pens and inkpots are worshipped during Chitragupta Puja because Lord Chitragupta is tasked with recording the sins, virtues, actions, and destiny of human beings. It is for this reason that worshipping pens and inkpots on the occasion of Chitragupta Puja is considered auspicious.

It is worth noting that pens and inkpots are regarded as symbols of learning, intellect, and knowledge. Worshipping them serves as an expression of respect for knowledge. In particular, writers, businesspeople, students, and professionals worship their pens and account books, seeking success in their endeavors, as well as the wisdom and the ability to make sound decisions.

When is Chitragupta Puja? 

Beginning of the second lunar day (Dwitiya Tithi) of the bright fortnight (Shukla Paksha) in the month of Kartik: From 02:00 PM on November 10.
Conclusion of the second lunar day (Dwitiya Tithi) of the bright fortnight (Shukla Paksha) in the month of Kartik: At 03:53 PM on November 11.
According to the Vedic calendar, the festival of Chitragupta Puja will be celebrated on November 11.
Auspicious time (Shubh Muhurat) for Chitragupta Puja: From 01:10 PM to 03:20 PM.
You may perform the worship (puja) of Lord Chitragupta at any time during this period.

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