Form 4 of 8 · Golden / red
Gaja Lakshmi
गज लक्ष्मी
Royal power, fame, recognition, animal wealth (cattle, elephants)
Mantras
Iconography
Four arms; flanked by two white elephants bathing her with kalasha-water
- Lotus (each hand)
- Abhaya mudra
- Varada mudra
Benefit of worship
Royal/governmental favor, leadership recognition, victory in court cases, fame in profession
Story / Origin
King Indra was bound by demon Bali. To liberate him, Indra performed Gaja Lakshmi vrata — she appeared on white elephants, defeated Bali, and restored royal status. Hence patroness of all kings and leaders.
Signature festival
Gaja Lakshmi Vrata (Bhadrapada Shukla Ashtami) — Odisha + Andhra; Varalakshmi Vrata (Sravana)
Vrata practice
8-day Gaja Lakshmi Vrata in Bhadrapada — woven thread + elephant motif on doorway
Associated temple
Padmavathi Devi temple, Tiruchanur (consort of Tirupati Venkateswara) — Gaja motif prominent
See 12 sacred tirthas and 51 Shakti Peeth for full devi pilgrim grids.
Plan a remote Lakshmi puja
Cannot travel? Book a remote Gaja Lakshmi puja with video proof. For festival timing see Hindu festival calendar 2026.