Thila Homam in Rameswaram will be performed near Agni Theertham. One should take a holy dip at Agni Theertham before the puja. The puja duration is 4 to 5 hours. It is advisable to fast while performing this puja. This puja is performed to remove Pitru dosha (pitru shaap), Sthree dosha (sthree shaap), and Matru dosha (matru shaap). Anyone can perform this puja regardless of their age. An elder from the family should perform this puja. This puja should be performed with utmost devotion. One should take a head bath before and after the puja.
Rameswaram is one of the 12 jyotirlingas, which is a holy abode of Lord Shiva. It is believed that Lord Rama installed Shiva Linga at this shrine. It is said that those who perform dosha nivarana at this place will get the best results. Thila Homam is performed on all days at Rameswaram. “Thila” means “gingelly seeds,” and during this homam, thila will be used. This puja minimizes the negative effects of Pitru dosha.
Puja Instructions to devotees
- One should stop consuming non-vegetarian food three days before the puja.
- A woman can join along with her husband after the fifth day of their menstrual cycle.
- One should stop consuming non-vegetarian food and alcohol for 41 days after the puja.
Puja Dress Code
- Gents: dhoti (white) and shirt or kurta and pajama.
- Ladies: saree or salwar kameez.
- Regardless of age group, we kindly request that all devotees refrain from wearing clothing such as T-shirts and jeans.
Thila Homam in Rameswaram
Thila Homam at Rameswaram will yield the best results if performed on an Amavasya day. Pitru Paksha days are highly preferable for this puja. Thai Amavasya and Mahalaya Amavasya are auspicious for dosha nivarana. This puja should be performed by a male. A Brahman can perform this puja ritual on behalf of a female. You can find out the lucky day for this puja by consulting an astrologer. Any amavasya is preferred irrespective of timings. This puja is performed to appease forefathers.
Thila Homam Procedure
- Achamanah
- Pranayama
- Ganapati Puja
- Punyavachana
- Sankalpam
- Kalasa Sthapana
- Shodashopachara
- Navagraha Mandapa Sthapana and Aradhana
- Kalasa Pooja
- Thila Homam
- Puranahuti
- Mangala Aarti
- Abhishekam with Kalasa water
- Veda Aseervachana
- Brahmana Bhojana
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A minimum of 10 to 15 days of notice is advisable for this puja.
Thila Homam Benefits
- This puja removes Pitru dosha.
- This puja removes the dosha associated with marriage delay.
- Any dosha associated with pregnancy delay and frequent abortion will be nullified.
- Mental peace
- Family well-being.
- Positive energy.
- This puja helps overcome financial difficulties.
- It strengthens bonding between family members.
- Business growth.
- Career growth.
Thila Homam Puja Dates in Rameswaram
| Month | Puja Dates |
| Jul 2025 | 1 Jul, 4 Jul, 8 Jul, 12 Jul, 18 Jul, 25 Jul |
| Aug 2025 | 1 Aug, 5 Aug, 9 Aug, 15 Aug, 18 Aug, 21 Aug, 24 Aug |
| Sep 2025 | 1 Sep, 11 Sep, 14 Sep, 17 Sep, 20 Sep, 25, 29 |
| Oct 2025 | 3 Oct, 8 Oct, 11 Oct, 15 Oct, 24 Oct, 30 Oct |
| Nov 2025 | 5 Nov, 8 Nov, 11 Nov, 14 Nov, 18 Nov, 22 Nov, 26 Nov |
| Dec 2025 | 2 Dec, 5 Dec, 8 Dec, 11 Dec, 15 Dec, 19 Dec, 23 Dec, 29 Dec |
Amavasya Pooja Date and Timings
| Month | Date and Timings |
| Jul 2025 | 24 Jul 2:29 a.m to 25 Jul 12:41 a.m |
| Aug 2025 | 22 Aug 11:56 a.m to 23 Aug 11:36 a.m |
| Sep 2025 | 21 Sep 12:17 a.m to 22 Sep 1:24 a.m |
| Oct 2025 | 20 Oct 3:45 p.m to 21 Oct 5:55 p.m |
| Nov 2025 | 19 Nov 9:44 a.m to 20 Nov 12:17 p.m |
| Dec 2025 | 19 Dec 4:59 a.m to 20 Dec 7:13 a.m |