What is Gand Mool Shanti?
Gand Mool Shanti is the shanti for a child born in one of the six gandanta (gand mool) nakshatras — Ashwini, Ashlesha, Magha, Jyeshtha, Moola and Revati — usually done on the 27th day when the same nakshatra returns.
These nakshatras lie at the junctions of water and fire signs, and birth in them is traditionally believed to affect the parents or family. The shanti with 27 kinds of herbs, 108 holes kalasha (shatachidra) abhishekam and homam pacifies the nakshatra.
Gand Mool Shanti in Dharamshala
North Indian families do Gand Mool shanti on the 27th day with 27 kinds of herbs and the shatachidra kalash.
Pandits follow North Indian Vedic practice, chanting in Sanskrit and explaining in Hindi, with muhurat from the Hindu panchang.
Well-known temples in and around Dharamshala
- Chamunda Devi Temple
- Brajeshwari Devi Temple, Kangra
- Jwalamukhi Temple
Areas we cover in and around Dharamshala
- Kotwali Bazaar
- McLeod Ganj
- Sidhbari
- Kangra
- Palampur
- Jwalamukhi
How Gand Mool Shanti is performed
A typical Gand Mool Shanti with a Stuti Mandir pandit follows these steps; your pandit adapts them to your family’s tradition.
- 1Ganapati pooja and sankalpam
- 2Nakshatra devata pooja
- 3Shanti homam with the nakshatra sooktam
- 427-herb (sarvaushadhi) kalasha
- 5Shatachidra kalasha abhishekam of the child and parents
- 6Dana
Gand Mool Shanti samagri list
- Shatachidra (108-hole) kalasham or sieve
- 27 kinds of herbs and leaves
- Homam samagri
- Navagraha dhanyam
- New clothes for the child
Your pandit confirms the exact list after booking, so your family can arrange everything before the pooja.
Benefits and best time for Gand Mool Shanti
Benefits
- Shanti of the birth nakshatra
- Protection and wellbeing for the child and parents
- Peace of mind for the family
When to perform
- On the 27th day after birth, when the birth nakshatra returns
- Or on the birth nakshatra in a later month
Why book Gand Mool Shanti in Dharamshala with Stuti Mandir
Verified pandits
Every pandit’s profile is reviewed and approved by Stuti Mandir before they can take bookings. See their languages and experience before you choose.
Price shown upfront
Dakshina, fees and taxes are itemised before you pay, so there is no haggling on the day.
Live pandit tracking
Follow your pandit on a live map from the moment they start their journey, just like a delivery app.
OTP-verified pooja
You confirm the pandit’s arrival and the pooja’s completion with one-time codes.
Your language, your tradition
Choose a pandit who speaks Hindi and follows your family’s customs.
Samagri made easy
Your pandit shares the full samagri list after booking, so your family has everything ready.
Talk to a pandit about Gand Mool Shanti
Not sure of the date or what to prepare? A verified pandit calls you in Hindi to fix the muhurat and plan the gand mool shanti — from ₹301.
How to book Gand Mool Shanti in Dharamshala
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Choose Gand Mool Shanti and a verified pandit — compare their languages, experience and price.
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Pick a date and time slot, enter your address in Dharamshala and add any muhurtham preference.
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Pay securely online (UPI, cards or net banking) — the full bill is shown before you pay.
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On the day, track your pandit live, confirm their arrival with an OTP, and share the completion code once the pooja is done.
Questions devotees ask us
How much does Gand Mool Shanti cost in Dharamshala?
With Stuti Mandir, Gand Mool Shanti in Dharamshala starts from ₹10,050 as pandit dakshina for 2 pandits. The final amount depends on the pandit you choose and express booking; the family keeps the samagri ready from the pandit's list, and the full bill is shown before you pay.
Can I book a Hindi-speaking pandit for Gand Mool Shanti in Dharamshala?
Yes. Pandits follow North Indian Vedic practice, chanting in Sanskrit and explaining in Hindi, with muhurat from the Hindu panchang. Each pandit’s languages are shown on their profile, so you can pick one who matches your family’s tradition.
Which areas of Dharamshala do you cover?
Pandits come to homes and offices across Dharamshala and nearby areas, including Kotwali Bazaar, McLeod Ganj, Sidhbari, Kangra, Palampur and Jwalamukhi. Availability for your date and area is confirmed when you choose a slot.
How long does Gand Mool Shanti take?
About 2.5 to 3 hours, performed by 2 pandits. Plan a little extra time for setting up the mandapam and for prasadam.
What samagri is needed for Gand Mool Shanti?
The main items are shatachidra (108-hole) kalasham or sieve, 27 kinds of herbs and leaves, homam samagri, navagraha dhanyam and new clothes for the child. Your pandit shares the full list after booking, in time for your family to arrange it.
Which nakshatras are Gand Mool?
Ashwini, Ashlesha, Magha, Jyeshtha, Moola and Revati — the shanti depends on the pada of birth.
When should the shanti be done?
Traditionally on the 27th day after birth, when the same nakshatra returns.
How do I book Gand Mool Shanti in Dharamshala?
Open the Gand Mool Shanti booking page, choose a verified pandit, pick a date and time, add your Dharamshala address and pay online. You can track the pandit live on the day.