It might not be advisable to chase away spiders during the Durga Puja season. Do you know why? In Hindu scriptures, the spider and its web are considered symbols of prosperity and peace. Many believe that seeing a spider in the house on the day of Puja signifies the grace of Goddess Lakshmi. Even Vastu Shastra books state that spiders maintain the energy of the house and keep evil spirits away. In many parts of rural Bengal, it is still believed that driving away spiders during Puja can lead to financial hardship in the house.
Although the webs they build in the corners of rooms, on the
ceiling, or above window frames might be annoying, these webs actually play an
important role in maintaining environmental balance. A spider's web is a kind
of natural trap. The nuisance of mosquitoes, flies, and other small insects
that hover around is reduced when they get caught in this web's trap.
So, if you see a spider's web during Puja, perhaps you can look at it with a new perspective this time. These webs are not a cause of discomfort; they are, in fact, a gift from nature.