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Pradosh Vrat In January 2026: In Hindu religion, Pradosh Vrat is considered a very auspicious occasion to worship Lord Shiva. This fast is observed every month on the Trayodashi date of Krishna Paksha and Shukla Paksha. It is believed that worshiping Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati during Pradosh period removes negative energy from life and gives peace to mind, body and soul.
Those devotees who observe this fast with devotion and rules, their wishes are fulfilled by the grace of Bholenath. The special thing is that fasting and evening worship on this day is considered especially fruitful for Shiva devotees.
When is Pradosh Vrat in January?
According to the Vedic calendar, the Trayodashi date of Krishna Paksha of Magh month will start at 8:16 pm on January 15 and will end at 10:21 pm on January 16.
Based on the Panchang, the first Pradosh fast of Magh month will be observed on Friday, January 16. Since it is Friday, one gets special blessings of Goddess Parvati on this day, which increases family happiness and sweetness in married life.
Worship method of Pradosh Vrat
On the day of Pradosh Vrat, wake up early in the morning, take bath and wear clean clothes. Take a pledge to fast throughout the day and keep your mind calm. Prepare for puja in the evening, i.e. during Pradosh period. Install Shivalinga in the worship place of the house or go to the temple and worship Lord Shiva.
Offer water, Aak flowers and Bel leaves on Shivalinga. After this, offer a garland of flowers and light a lamp. Chant the mantra “Om Namah Shivay” or chant mantras related to Shiva. Offer fruits and sweets to God. Read or listen to the story of Pradosh Vrat during the puja. In the end, perform aarti of Lord Shiva, Mother Parvati and Lord Ganesha and pray for the happiness, peace and well-being of the family.
Religious and spiritual importance of Pradosh Vrat
Pradosh Vrat is considered the best medium for self-purification and attaining virtue. It is believed that due to the effect of this fast, a person’s sins are destroyed and the effect of negative deeds is reduced. Devotees pray to Lord Shiva for health, wealth, peace and prosperity.
It is believed that by observing Pradosh fast, obstacles in life are removed and success in work is achieved. This fast also increases self-control, discipline and spiritual concentration. Through fasting and worship, the mind moves away from material desires and gets absorbed in devotion to God, thereby experiencing spiritual peace and positive energy.
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