Before Goddess Lakshmi graces your home on Diwali night, every corner must sparkle — not just with light, but with purity. In Sanatan tradition, Diwali cleaning isn’t just about dusting and decluttering — it’s a ritual of renewal.
Our ancestors called it “Bhoot Shuddhi” — cleansing both space and energy. A clean, organized home attracts sattvic vibrations, while stagnant clutter holds negativity. So here’s a detailed room-by-room Diwali Deep Cleaning Plan that blends physical tidying with spiritual rituals — the My3ionetra way.
🌼 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 year’s 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.
“Where there is cleanliness, there is divinity.” — Padma Purana
🌿 Step 1: Start with Sankalp (Intention)
Before picking up the broom or duster, pause and set your Sankalp — your reason for cleaning.
Light a diya, close your eyes, and say softly:
“Om Shubham Karoti Kalyanam — May this act bring peace, purity, and prosperity to my home.”
✨ You can use a Ghee Diya or Camphor Dhoop from the Prasadam Collection while doing this.
🏠 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 décor — 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.
💡 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 — 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 “Annapoorne Sada Poorne” 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 — 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 — 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 — both attract prosperity.
🧹 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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💫 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 — gift it, donate it, or recycle it.
Decluttering with awareness frees mental energy. Donation (daan) during Diwali multiplies blessings and brings emotional lightness.
🕯️ Step 4: The Final Pre-Diwali Glow
After all cleaning is done:
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Light five diyas — one each for health, peace, prosperity, protection, and gratitude.
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Burn sandal or guggul incense.
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Chant “Shubh Lakshmi Mahamaye” while walking through each room.
Now your home is not just clean — it’s consecrated.
🕉️ FAQs
Q1. Why is cleaning before Diwali considered auspicious?
It’s 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 — 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.
✨ Conclusion
Deep cleaning for Diwali is not just an annual ritual — it’s an act of devotion. As you clear dust from every shelf, you’re also clearing heaviness from the mind. As light fills each corner, your heart becomes a temple.
🌸 Begin your sacred clean-up with pure essentials:
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This Diwali, don’t just clean your home — sanctify it. Let every corner glow with peace, fragrance, and divine readiness. 🪔
