Pandit Rajesh Tiwari, Hindu pandit ji in Melbourne
Hindu Pandit · Melbourne, Victoria

Sacred ceremonies, performed with devotion and tradition.

Pandit Rajesh Tiwari conducts authentic Vedic pujas — Satyanarayan Puja, Griha Pravesh, weddings, Havan and other sanskar ceremonies — for families across Melbourne.

Why families choose Panditji

A pandit who treats your ceremony with care

Calm, considered Vedic practice — performed with full vidhi and clear explanations for the whole family.

Authentic Vedic Vidhi

Mantras and rituals performed as prescribed in the shastras.

Family-First

Each step explained in Hindi and English so the whole family participates.

Samagri Guidance

A clear samagri list is shared during confirmation so nothing is missed.

Right Muhurat

Auspicious muhurat suggested from the Hindu Panchang for your occasion.

Across Melbourne

Travels to families across Melbourne suburbs and parts of Victoria.

Havan-Ready Setup

Indoor and outdoor havan kund arrangements discussed for your venue.

Ceremonies

From home pujas to wedding mandaps

A range of Vedic ceremonies — performed with the right vidhi and mantras for the occasion.

Family performing Satyanarayan Puja with kalash, flowers and prasad at a Melbourne home

Satyanarayan Puja & Katha

सत्यनारायण कथा

Puja

A devotional puja and katha of Lord Vishnu commonly performed by families on birthdays, anniversaries, new beginnings or as a vow of gratitude. Includes sankalp, kalash sthapna, puja, katha and aarti. Final samagri list, duration and muhurat are confirmed with Panditji before the booking.

Hindu family with children participating in a Griha Pravesh ceremony at their new Melbourne home

Griha Pravesh Puja

गृह प्रवेश

Sanskar

House-warming ceremony for a new home, performed for families moving into a new property, a renovated home or a rental they wish to bless. Generally includes Vastu mantras, Ganesh pujan, kalash and havan. Exact ceremony details are confirmed with Panditji based on the home and family.

Bride and groom participating in a traditional Hindu wedding ceremony around the sacred fire

Hindu Wedding (Shubh Vivah)

शुभ विवाह

Sanskar

Full Vedic wedding ceremony — Ganesh pujan, Kanyadaan, Mangal Pheras, Saptapadi and Havan — performed at a calm and considered pace with explanations for the couple and their families. Specific traditions, timings and rituals are agreed with the families in advance.

Ganesh Puja altar with Lord Ganesha murti, hibiscus flowers, modak and diya

Ganesh Puja

गणेश पूजा

Puja

Invocation of Lord Ganesha, commonly performed at the start of a new venture, before another puja or as a standalone ceremony for the family. Final puja details are confirmed with Panditji.

Family seated around a havan kund offering ghee during a Vedic yagya ceremony

Havan & Yagya

हवन व यज्ञ

Puja

Sacred fire ritual with Vedic mantras, performed by families seeking blessings, peace at home, or alongside another ceremony. Typically includes kund setup, ahuti and Vedic mantras. Indoor or outdoor setup is discussed in advance to suit the venue.

Parents and newborn during a traditional Hindu Namkaran naming ceremony

Namkaran (Naming) Ceremony

नामकरण संस्कार

Sanskar

Traditional naming ceremony for a new-born child, generally including Ganesh pujan, sankalp and the formal announcement of the chosen name. Name suggestions based on nakshatra can be discussed with Panditji.

Pandit Rajesh Tiwari, Hindu pandit ji in Melbourne
About Panditji

Pandit Rajesh Tiwari — your pandit ji in Melbourne.

Based in Melbourne, Pandit Rajesh Tiwari conducts Hindu pujas, havan and sanskar ceremonies for families across Melbourne and Victoria. From quiet home pujas to weddings, every ceremony is performed with care, calm and full vidhi.

  • Hindi and English explanations during each ceremony
  • Mantras performed at a calm and considered pace
  • Conducts pujas at homes, halls and online
  • Honest, transparent discussion of arrangements
Beyond the puja

Annadaan, Gau Seva & Community Service

Panditji supports annadaan on selected religious and community occasions and personally cares for three Brahman cows as part of his ongoing commitment to gau seva.

Pandit performing havan with ghee ahuti at a sacred fire kund

"Where the fire burns true, the heart turns true."

Havan & Yagya — performed for peace, blessings and intention.

Words from families

Trusted by Hindu families across Melbourne

"Panditji performed our wedding beautifully — every ritual explained in English so our families could truly experience it."

Anjali & Rohan

Hindu Wedding · Berwick

"Our Griha Pravesh felt sacred and unhurried. The samagri list was clear and the whole evening was effortless."

The Sharma Family

Griha Pravesh · Point Cook

"Booked Satyanarayan Puja on a weekend with short notice. Punctual, devotional, and very warm with our kids."

Vikram P.

Satyanarayan Puja · Tarneit

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Good to know

Before you book

A few practical things families ask before requesting a ceremony booking.

Ceremony duration

Varies depending on the puja and the family's requirements. The expected duration is confirmed during your enquiry.

Hindi & English guidance

Pujas are conducted in Sanskrit, with explanations available in Hindi and English so the whole family can follow along.

Muhurat & availability

Auspicious timing and Panditji's availability are confirmed before the booking is finalised.

Samagri requirements

The puja samagri list is shared during confirmation so the family knows exactly what to keep ready.

Travel charges

A travel charge may apply for ceremonies outside the southeast Melbourne service area. This is discussed upfront.

Ceremony fees

Fees depend on the ceremony, the location and the arrangements required. An honest quote is shared during the enquiry.

Plan your ceremony

Begin your auspicious day with the right blessings.

Share a few details and Panditji will personally contact you to confirm availability, the appropriate muhurat and the ceremony arrangements.