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Pradosh Vrat 2026: Pradosh fast is observed every month on Trayodashi of Krishna and Shukla Paksha. This fast is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Along with fasting on this day, Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati are worshiped during Pradosh period. By worshiping Bholenath with true heart and fasting on the day of Pradosh Vrat, all the wishes are fulfilled. The day on which Pradosh Vrat falls is also considered very important.
Pradosh fast is known by the name of the day that falls on Pradosh fast. The first Pradosh fast of the month of January is tomorrow. tomorrow is Friday. In such a situation, this Shukra Pradosh fast will be observed. Monthly Shivaratri will also be held on the day of Pradosh. Therefore this Pradosh fast is considered very special. Let us know the auspicious time and method of worshiping Pradosh Vrat.
When is Pradosh Vrat? (When is Pradosh Vrat 2026)
According to the Panchang, the Trayodashi date of Krishna Paksha of Magh month is starting today at 08:16 pm. This date is going to last till 10:21 pm on 16 January 2026. In such a situation, according to Udaya Tithi, Pradosh Vrat will be observed on 16 January 2026.
Pradosh Vrat Puja Auspicious time (Pradosh Vrat 2026 Puja Muhurat)
On the day of Pradosh Vrat, the auspicious time for worship during Pradosh Kaal will be from 05.45 pm to 08.25 pm. Worshiping Lord Shiva in this auspicious time is considered best.
Auspicious Yoga of Monthly Shivratri on Pradosh Vrat
Two very auspicious yogas are being formed on Pradosh Vrat. First of all, tomorrow is Friday. This day will bring blessings of Goddess Lakshmi. Shukra Pradosh fast is considered especially beneficial for women. By observing Pradosh fast on this day, married life becomes happy. Mother Lakshmi resides in the house. There will also be monthly Shivratri tomorrow on the day of Pradosh fast. Therefore, both Pradosh fast and monthly Shivratri fast will yield results.
Masik Shivratri 2026 date
According to the Panchang, the Chaturdashi date of Krishna Paksha of Magh month is starting at 10:51 am on January 16. It will end at 12:33 midnight on 17th and 18th January. Monthly Shivratri is performed during Nishita period. Therefore, monthly Shivratri fast will be observed tomorrow on 16th January.
Pradosh Vrat Puja Vidhi
- Take bath in the morning on the day of Pradosh fast.
- For worship in the evening during Pradosh period, spread a red colored cloth on a clean platform.
- Establish the entire Shiva family along with Mahadev on it.
- Offer flower garlands to everyone.
- Anoint Shivalinga with pure water, milk, curd, ghee, honey, jaggery and sugar.
- Offer 11 Bilva leaves to Mahadev. Chant the mantra Om Namah Shivay.
- Apply sandalwood on Shivalinga. Offer fruits.
- Recite the story of Pradosh Vrat.
- Finally, end the puja by performing Aarti of Mahadev.
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