Ashlesha Bali
12 November 2025
Venue: Hyderabad
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Ashlesha Bali
Ashlesha Bali is a sacred ritual observed on the Ashlesha Nakshatra to appease the serpent deities and seek protection from negative planetary influences. In 2025, it falls on November 12 (Wednesday). This ritual is especially significant for those affected by Sarpa Dosha or planetary afflictions, as it is believed to remove obstacles and bring peace, prosperity, and spiritual well-being.
Ashlesha Nakshatra is associated with mystical energy and serpentine powers, making it the most auspicious day to perform Ashlesha Bali, a ritual offering that satisfies serpent deities and invites their blessings.
Importance of Ashlesha Bali
- Ashlesha Bali is performed to appease Naga Devatas (serpent gods) and reduce malefic effects of planetary positions.
- The ritual is believed to:
- Remove Kalasarpa Dosha and other doshas caused by planetary alignments
- Protect the devotee and family from obstacles, accidents, and negative energies
- Bring peace, prosperity, and spiritual growth
- Promote overall well-being and divine protection
- Performing Ashlesha Bali fosters gratitude, devotion, and harmony with the cosmic forces.
Rituals and Practices of Ashlesha Bali
1. Preparing the Altar
- Clean the puja area and decorate it with flowers, lamps, and holy water
- Place images or idols of serpent deities for worship
2. Performing Ashlesha Bali
- The ritual is conducted by priests or knowledgeable devotees
- Offerings like milk, turmeric, kumkum, sesame seeds, and grains are made to the fire or directly to the serpent idols
- Chant Sarpa Sookta mantras and other sacred hymns
3. Devotional Practices
- Some devotees observe a fast or maintain a vegetarian diet on this day
- Recite mantras and offer prayers for family protection, health, and prosperity
- Involve family members to teach spiritual discipline and respect for nature
4. Charity and Giving
- Acts of charity such as donating food, clothes, or essentials to the needy are highly recommended
- Such acts are believed to amplify spiritual merit and attract divine blessings
Tips for Observing Ashlesha Bali
- Perform the ritual with focus, purity, and devotion
- Keep the home or puja area clean and spiritually uplifting
- Offer fresh flowers, turmeric, milk, and grains to the deities
- Involve family members to share the spiritual experience
- Avoid harming snakes or nature and emphasize kindness and harmony
Ashlesha Bali observed on Ashlesha Nakshatra is a powerful ritual to appease serpent deities, remove doshas, and bring peace, prosperity, and spiritual balance into life. On November 12, 2025, perform the rituals with devotion, offer charity, and involve your family to receive divine blessings and protection from negative energies.