Varalakshmi Puja, or Varamahalaskhmi Pooja, is observed by women in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and by some communities in Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh. The observance is dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi and falls on the Friday before Shravan Poornima. Varalakshmi Puja is an elaborate puja and is usually performed with the help of elderly women who have performed the Pooja earlier. Here is a list of essential items that are required for the puja. This is only a general list of things required. The puja requirements vary from region to region. Picture or image or idol of Maha Lakshmi. A Kalash pot for Purna Kumbha – clay or silver. Lamps, bells, agarbathis – usual puja articles. Usual decorations for puja. Cotton dress for the idol or garlands A piece of blouse to cover the idol. Threads or Saradu Mirror Comb Fruits and Leaves Bananas Locally available fruits Dhruva grass Fragrant leaves Betel leaves Betel nuts Banana leaf with tip or a tray For mak