Bhai Dooj 2025 Puja Essentials

The festive season is in the air, and just a few days after Diwali, stars Bhai Dooj, a day dedicated to celebrating the special bond between brothers and sisters. 

It’s a festival filled with love, laughter, and heartfelt blessings. While the rituals are simple, having the right puja essentials can make the day even more meaningful. 

From a beautifully decorated thali to traditional sweets and gifts, every little detail counts. With a well-prepared setup, your Bhai Dooj celebrations can feel both traditional and Instagram-worthy, making your sibling feel truly cherished.

Whether you live together or miles apart, a thoughtfully arranged Bhai Dooj puja setup brings the warmth of the festival into your home. 

In this guide, we’ll walk you through the must-have puja essentials for Bhai Dooj 2025, along with some modern, stylish touches that make the rituals fun and memorable.

Why Puja Essentials Matter

Puja essentials are more than just ritual tools; they are the heart of Bhai Dooj celebrations. The thali, tilak, diyas, and sweets are all symbolic elements that keep the tradition alive. Using the right items not only helps the ceremony flow smoothly but also adds an aesthetic charm to your celebration. 

Decorative bowls, matching puja thali sets, and vibrant decor can turn a simple puja into a beautiful, memorable experience.

This year, let’s make Bhai Dooj all about blending tradition with style. Whether you’re planning a classic setup or adding modern touches, curating the perfect puja essentials ensures that the day feels personal, heartfelt, and special.

Must-Have Bhai Dooj Puja Essentials

1. Bhai Dooj Thali

The puja thali is the centrepiece of religious ritual since it holds all the essentials for puja, starting with roli-chawal, sweets, diyas, flowers and sometimes even gifts. A beautifully decorated thali can make your ritual feel special and organised. 

Additionally, opting for a gorgeous thali cover adds an extra layer of elegance and protects your thali from spills or dust. It also makes the setup look more festive and visually appealing, especially if you’re planning to take photos or share the celebration virtually. 

A well-dressed thali not only keeps everything organised but also enhances the overall aesthetic of your Bhai Dooj puja, making the rituals feel more thoughtful and memorable.

2. Tilak Items: Roli, Chawal, & Kumkum

The tilak is the heart of Bhai Dooj rituals. It’s a symbol of blessings and protection, traditionally applied on the brother’s forehead by the sister. 

Tips for a stylish setup:

• Use small decorative bowls or trays to hold tilak, kumkum, and rice.
  

• Choose vibrant colours like red and yellow to make the ritual pop.

Nestip: You can use our Golden Cluster Tray to add bhog, along with roli-chawal and kumkum. Even if the tilak is simple, presenting it beautifully can make the ritual feel more special and thoughtful.

3. Decorative Diyas & Candles

Lighting diyas during Bhai Dooj symbolises positivity, protection, and the love shared between siblings. For Bhai Dooj, you can enhance your puja area by adding lanterns, decorative diyas, or scented candles. 

Traditional clay diyas bring an authentic, rustic charm, while brass or metallic diyas add a touch of elegance. Scented candles, on the other hand, create warmth and a festive ambience.

Nestasia’s candle holders and brass diyas are perfect choices, as they not only illuminate your puja space beautifully but also serve as stylish decorative pieces that can brighten your home long after the festival is over.

4. Sweets & Offerings

No Bhai Dooj is complete without sweets! Traditional treats like laddoos, pedas, and dry fruits are a must, but you can also add a modern twist with artisanal or homemade confections. 

To enhance the presentation, serve the sweets in stylish serving bowls or in trendy wooden platters to add a rustic and earthy charm to your celebrations.

5. Puja Cloth & Background Decor

Decor is all! Start by decorating the puja background using decoration stands to build a beautiful backdrop, then gradually add torans and lippan-style tea light holders for extra charm. 

Choose bright, auspicious colours like red, yellow, or gold, and enhance the setup with fresh flowers, rangoli, or small festive banners. 

A visually appealing arrangement not only makes the rituals feel more immersive and meaningful but also creates a perfect spot for capturing photos and cherishing family memories for years to come.

Nestip: Add fresh flower petals into water in an urli and place floating diyas on top. This instantly enhances the festive decor, creating a vibrant, fragrant, and visually stunning centrepiece for your Bhai Dooj puja.

6. Gifts for Siblings

While not technically a puja essential, gifts beautifully complement the Bhai Dooj rituals, making the celebration more personal and meaningful.

Nothing beats the excitement of receiving a gift hamper filled with love. Sisters can either choose ready-made hampers online or curate a personalised gift box with sweets, chocolates, or even a small festive thali. 

Brothers can return the gesture with thoughtful presents, such as a throw blanket as a daily reminder of love, or cups or mugs for their matcha ritual.

Personalised accessories, framed photographs, or keepsakes that celebrate shared memories also make for heartfelt gifts. For an added touch, placing the gift alongside the puja thali seamlessly integrates rituals and gifting, making the day truly special!

In short, Bhai Dooj is more than rituals; it’s a celebration of sibling love, care, and lifelong support. With the right puja essentials, from a decorated thali and tilak items to sweets, diyas, and thoughtful gifts, it can be truly special.

Preparing your space with care and adding small personal touches will make the rituals memorable and the bond stronger.

This Bhai Dooj, let your home shine with love, tradition, and creativity!