What is Vishnu Sahasranama Pooja?
Vishnu Sahasranama Pooja is the worship of Lord Vishnu with his thousand names from the Mahabharata (Anushasana Parva), as taught by Bhishma to Yudhishthira — chanted as parayanam and offered as tulasi archana on Thursdays, Ekadashi and for any family prayer to Vishnu.
Bhishma, asked which single prayer brings peace and protection, answered with the thousand names of Vishnu. The Sahasranama is chanted for health, peace of mind, protection and relief from the effects of the planets, especially in difficult periods.
Vishnu Sahasranama Pooja in Visakhapatnam
Telugu families chant it on Thursdays and Ekadashi with tulasi archana to Venkateswara.
Pandits follow the Telugu Smarta and Vaishnava traditions: mantras are chanted in Sanskrit, and the sankalpam and explanations are given in Telugu. Muhurthams follow the Telugu panchangam (Chandramana calendar).
Vishnu temples in and around Visakhapatnam
- Simhachalam Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple
Areas we cover in and around Visakhapatnam
- MVP Colony
- Gajuwaka
- Madhurawada
- Seethammadhara
- Dwaraka Nagar
- Pendurthi
- Bheemunipatnam
- Rushikonda
How Vishnu Sahasranama Pooja is performed
A typical Vishnu Sahasranama Pooja with a Stuti Mandir pandit follows these steps; your pandit adapts them to your family’s tradition.
- 1Ganapati puja and sankalpa
- 2Vishnu avahanam and shodashopachara puja
- 3Purva bhaga, dhyana shlokas and the full Sahasranama parayanam
- 4Tulasi archana with the thousand names (or the 108 names)
- 5Naivedya of payasam, fruits and panakam
- 6Mangala aarti and tulasi theertham
Vishnu Sahasranama Pooja samagri list
- Tulasi leaves — 1,008
- Yellow flowers — 500 g
- Yellow cloth — 1
- Turmeric powder — 100 g
- Kumkum — 100 g
- Sandalwood paste — 1 small pack
- Akshata (rice mixed with turmeric) — 250 g
- Loose flowers — 1 kg
- Flower garlands — 2
- Betel leaves — 50
- Betel nuts — 25
- Bananas — 1 dozen
- Fruits (5 varieties) — 5 of each
- Coconuts — 5
- Mango leaves — 1 bunch
- Kalasham (copper or silver pot) — 1
- Blouse piece or new cloth — 1
- Ghee — 250 g
- Cotton wicks — 1 pack
- Deepam (oil lamps) — 2
- Camphor — 1 pack
- Incense sticks — 1 pack
- Naivedyam (prasadam prepared at home) — 1 plate
Your pandit confirms the exact list after booking, so your family can arrange everything before the pooja.
Benefits and best time for Vishnu Sahasranama Pooja
Benefits
- Peace of mind and protection in difficult times
- Health and long life for the family
- Relief from planetary afflictions (graha dosha)
- Blessings of Lord Vishnu and Mahalakshmi
When to perform
- Thursdays, morning or evening
- Ekadashi tithi, twice a month
- Birthdays, and before surgeries or important journeys
- Vaikuntha Ekadashi and the Margashirsha month
Why book Vishnu Sahasranama Pooja in Visakhapatnam 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 Telugu 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 Vishnu Sahasranama Pooja
Not sure of the date or what to prepare? A verified pandit calls you in Telugu to fix the muhurat and plan the vishnu sahasranama pooja — from ₹301.
How to book Vishnu Sahasranama Pooja in Visakhapatnam
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Choose Vishnu Sahasranama Pooja and a verified pandit — compare their languages, experience and price.
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Pick a date and time slot, enter your address in Visakhapatnam 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 Vishnu Sahasranama Pooja cost in Visakhapatnam?
With Stuti Mandir, Vishnu Sahasranama Pooja in Visakhapatnam starts from ₹3,450 as pandit dakshina for 1 pandit. 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 Telugu-speaking pandit for Vishnu Sahasranama Pooja in Visakhapatnam?
Yes. Pandits follow the Telugu Smarta and Vaishnava traditions: mantras are chanted in Sanskrit, and the sankalpam and explanations are given in Telugu. Each pandit’s languages are shown on their profile, so you can pick one who matches your family’s tradition.
Which areas of Visakhapatnam do you cover?
Pandits come to homes and offices across Visakhapatnam and nearby areas, including MVP Colony, Gajuwaka, Madhurawada, Seethammadhara, Dwaraka Nagar and Pendurthi. Availability for your date and area is confirmed when you choose a slot.
How long does Vishnu Sahasranama Pooja take?
About 1 to 1.5 hours, performed by 1 pandit. Plan a little extra time for setting up the mandapam and for prasadam.
What samagri is needed for Vishnu Sahasranama Pooja?
The main items are tulasi leaves — 1,008, yellow flowers — 500 g, yellow cloth — 1, turmeric powder — 100 g and kumkum — 100 g. Your pandit shares the full list after booking, in time for your family to arrange it.
How long is the Vishnu Sahasranama?
The parayanam itself takes about 25–30 minutes; with tulasi archana and puja, about an hour to an hour and a half.
Is it good to keep on Ekadashi?
Yes. Ekadashi is the day most closely associated with Vishnu. Stuti Mandir’s Panchang lists every Ekadashi for your city.
Can it be chanted for someone who is unwell?
Yes. The sankalpa names the person and the purpose, and many families keep a parayanam for a relative’s recovery.
How do I book Vishnu Sahasranama Pooja in Visakhapatnam?
Open the Vishnu Sahasranama Pooja booking page, choose a verified pandit, pick a date and time, add your Visakhapatnam address and pay online. You can track the pandit live on the day.