Haritalika Teej 2026 Rituals: Worship of Shiva and Parvati for Marital Bliss

On Monday, September 14, 2026, married women across the nation celebrate Haritalika Teej by conducting elaborate rituals dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Central to the festivities is the Niljal vrat, a water‑free fast that lasts the entire day.

The fast reflects Parvati's historical penance, which ultimately won Shiva’s favor and led to their divine marriage. Participants believe that observing the fast will bless their own marriages with longevity and harmony.

The day concludes with an evening puja where the couple offers the sixteen shringar items to Parvati, emphasizing the spiritual significance of marital partnership. Single women also partake, hoping the observance will help them find an ideal life partner.

Priests advise worship between 5:00 a.m. and 7:06 a.m., with the Brahma muhurta (4:32 a.m.–5:19 a.m.) and the Abhijit muhurta considered especially favorable for invoking divine blessings.