Ganesha Chathurthi:: Vinayagar chathurthi:: Pilliayar Kolam

Clean the puja room floor or wooden altar with a drop of sacred water or turmeric water. Allow the surface to dry into a smooth, pristine altar.

Draw an 8-petaled Hridaya Kamalam (sacred lotus), divine Diya lamp, or auspicious lotus knot at the exact center using pure white rice flour.

Extend symmetrical radial lines outward toward the 8 cardinal and ordinal directions, creating balanced geometric arms around the sanctum core.

Outline the outer tips with deep crimson Kaavi. Place a lit brass Kamakshi Vilakku or earthen oil lamp at the center to invoke spiritual light and blessings.