Hartalika Teej is one of the most important Hindu festivals dedicated to Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva. Married women observe this festival to seek the blessings of marital bliss, while unmarried girls keep the vrat for a suitable life partner. In 2025, Hartalika Teej will be celebrated with great devotion across India, especially in states like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh.
Date and Tithi of Hartalika Teej 2025
In 2025, Hartalika Teej falls on Tuesday, 26 August 2025. This day corresponds to the Shukla Paksha Tritiya of the Bhadrapada month. The Tritiya Tithi begins at 12:34 PM on 25 August 2025 and ends at 1:54 PM on 26 August 2025.
The most auspicious time to perform Hartalika Teej puja is during the Pratahkal Muhurat (early morning hours). This year, the ideal time for worship is between 5:56 AM and 8:31 AM on 26 August 2025. Devotees believe that offering prayers during this period brings maximum spiritual benefit.
Significance of Hartalika Teej
The festival of Hartalika Teej is deeply rooted in Hindu tradition. According to ancient beliefs, Goddess Parvati performed strict penance to win Lord Shiva as her husband. Her unwavering devotion impressed Lord Shiva, who accepted her as his consort. This day marks the reunion of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati and is celebrated as a symbol of love, sacrifice, and devotion.
For married women, this fast is considered highly auspicious as it ensures the well-being and longevity of their husbands. Unmarried women also observe this vrat with the hope of getting a suitable partner blessed with qualities similar to Lord Shiva. Hartalika Teej is also seen as a festival that strengthens marital bonds and family harmony.
Fasting Rules and Observance
The Hartalika Teej vrat is one of the toughest fasts observed by Hindu women. It is a nirjala vrat, which means women do not eat or drink anything for the entire day and night. The fast is observed with complete dedication and is broken only after completing the puja rituals.
Women begin preparations a day before by applying mehndi on their hands, wearing new sarees or traditional attire, and adorning themselves with sindoor, bangles, and jewelry. On the day of the vrat, they wake up early, take a bath, and prepare for puja.
Puja Vidhi of Hartalika Teej
The rituals of Hartalika Teej are performed with devotion and sincerity. The step-by-step puja vidhi includes:
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Morning Preparations – Women wake up before sunrise, take a holy bath, and dress in clean, traditional clothes. They set up the puja space with flowers, rangoli, and lamps.
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Installation of Idols – Clay or sand idols of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati are placed on a wooden platform. Sometimes idols of Lord Ganesha and Kartikeya are also kept.
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Invocation and Offerings – The puja begins with the worship of Lord Ganesha, followed by rituals dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Offerings such as flowers, bel leaves, fruits, sweets, haldi, kumkum, bangles, and sindoor are made.
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Story Recitation (Katha) – The Hartalika Teej katha is recited, narrating the story of Goddess Parvati’s penance and her union with Lord Shiva. Listening to this katha is considered essential for the completion of the vrat.
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Night Vigil (Jagran) – Many women stay awake the whole night singing devotional songs and chanting prayers. This symbolizes their deep devotion and surrender to the divine couple.
Cultural Importance and Celebrations
Hartalika Teej is not just a religious festival but also a cultural celebration. Women come together in groups to perform rituals, sing folk songs, and exchange gifts. Applying mehndi, dressing up in green and red sarees, and sharing festive sweets are important traditions associated with the day.
In many regions, fairs and community gatherings are organized, where married women exchange traditional items called “suhag samaan” such as bangles, sindoor, bindis, and sweets. The atmosphere is filled with devotion, music, and festivity.
Hartalika Teej 2025 will be observed on 26 August 2025, and women across India will keep this fast with complete devotion. This festival is a beautiful reminder of Goddess Parvati’s determination and the power of devotion. It symbolizes love, sacrifice, and the sanctity of marital life. For women, this vrat is not only about seeking blessings for their husbands or partners but also about celebrating womanhood, faith, and the strength of tradition.
