Hartalika Teej is a significant Hindu festival celebrated by married women. It marks the reunion of Goddess Parvati with Lord Shiva. The festival is observed on the Tritiya tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Bhadrapada.
In 2025, it falls on Tuesday, 26th August. Women observe a strict fast and perform rituals to pray for their husbands’ long and healthy lives.
The festival is mostly celebrated in Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh. The name Hartalika comes from ‘Harat’ meaning abduction and ‘Aalika’ meaning female friends. It signifies the story of Goddess Parvati’s desire to marry Lord Shiva, against her father’s wishes for her to marry Lord Vishnu.
Goddess Parvati’s father wanted her to marry Lord Vishnu. However, she wished to marry Lord Shiva. Her female friends took her to a dense forest to prevent the unwanted marriage. There, Goddess Parvati meditated and practised penance for many years. She even immersed herself in the holy river Ganga. Eventually, Lord Shiva accepted her as his wife on this day.
How Hartalika Teej is Celebrated
Women observe a strict fast and worship Lord Shiva and His family by preparing makeshift idols. They wear new clothes, jewellery, and perform Solah Shringar as per Hindu traditions. Women pray for their husbands’ long lives and their children’s health. They listen to the Katha and seek blessings from elders. The fast is broken the next morning after bathing and worshipping deities.
Key Rituals of Hartalika Teej
On this day, women observe a strict fast without consuming food or water. They prepare makeshift idols of Lord Shiva and His family for worship. Offerings are made to the deities during prayers. Women stay awake throughout the night and break their fast after bathing and worshipping the next morning.
Attire and Food During Hartalika Teej
Women wear red attire with mehndi on their hands during Hartalika Teej. The food consumed is Satvik, adhering to traditional Hindu dietary practices during fasting periods.
Hartalika Teej Wishes
1. May Hartalika Teej bring joy and prosperity to your life.
2. Wishing you a blessed Hartalika Teej filled with happiness.
3. May your prayers be answered on this Hartalika Teej.
4. Happy Hartalika Teej! May your life be filled with love.
5. Wishing you a joyful Hartalika Teej celebration.
6. May this Hartalika Teej bring peace to your home.
7. Happy Hartalika Teej! May your family be blessed.
8. Wishing you strength and happiness on Hartalika Teej.
9. May your wishes come true this Hartalika Teej.
10. Happy Hartalika Teej! Celebrate with love and joy.
11. May this Hartalika Teej bring you closer to your loved ones.
12. Wishing you prosperity on this auspicious Hartalika Teej.
13. Happy Hartalika Teej! May your life be filled with blessings.
14. May this festival bring joy to your heart on Hartalika Teej.
15. Wishing you a blessed and joyful Hartalika Teej!
16. Happy Hartalika Teej! Celebrate with love and devotion.
17. May this day bring peace and happiness into your life on Hartalika Teej.
18. Wishing you success in all your endeavours on this Hartalika Teej.
19. Happy Hartalika Teej! May your prayers be fulfilled today.
20. May the divine blessings of Lord Shiva be with you on this Hartalika Teej!
Kathaa Associated with Hartalika Teej
The Kathaa tells how Goddess Parvati’s father wanted her to marry Lord Vishnu while she desired Lord Shiva as her husband. Her friends helped her escape to a forest where she meditated for years until Lord Shiva accepted her as his wife on this day, just before Ganesh Chaturthi.
Muhurat Time for 2025
The muhurat time for observing rituals during Hartalika Teej in 2025 will be available closer to the date, ensuring devotees can perform their prayers at the most auspicious time.
Cultural Importance of Hartalika Teej
This festival highlights women’s devotion towards their families and their spiritual connection with deities like Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. It strengthens familial bonds through shared rituals and prayers for well-being.