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Labh Pancham

Gujarati

Also known as: Labh Pancham

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Labh Pancham
2026 Gujarati Date

Labh Pancham

About Labh Pancham

Labh Pancham is celebrated on the fifth day after Diwali (Kartak Sud Pancham) and is highly auspicious for beginning new ventures. The word labh literally means profit or gain.

In Gujarat, shops and businesses officially reopen on this day after the Diwali break. Merchants perform puja, offer sweets, and start new account books with the first transactions.

The day is dedicated to seeking divine blessings for financial success and business growth. Families perform puja at home, prepare special meals, and visit temples.

Labh Pancham is also considered auspicious for purchasing property, vehicles, or starting new projects. The optimistic spirit sets the tone for the entire new year.

Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules

No specific fast is observed; it is a day of celebration and new beginnings.

Step-by-Step Fasting Procedures:
  • Wake early and take a ritual bath.
  • Clean and decorate the business premises.
  • Perform Lakshmi-Ganesh puja.
  • Start new account books and make first transactions.

Parana (Breaking Fast) Note: Not applicable.

Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps

Essential Puja Samagri:
Lakshmi-Ganesh idolKumkum and haldiFlowersSweetsNew account booksCoins
Puja Procedure:
  1. Set up the altar.
  2. Place new account books before the deity.
  3. Offer flowers, sweets, and kumkum.
  4. Chant mantras for prosperity.
  5. Make the first entry in the new books.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Why do businesses reopen on Labh Pancham?

It is the most auspicious day to restart business after Diwali. The name literally means profit and gain.

Q: Can we buy property on this day?

Yes, Labh Pancham is considered highly auspicious for purchasing property, vehicles, or starting new ventures.

Note: All timings are represented in 24-hour notation in local time of the selected location with DST adjustment (if applicable).

Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang, a day starts and ends with local sunrise.