Shani Pradosh Vrat 2026 Puja Subh Muhurat Time: Pradosh Vrat has special significance in Hindu religion, but when this Vrat falls on a Saturday, its importance increases manifold. This is such a rare and sacred coincidence, when you can please both Mahadev and Shanidev, the giver of karma, on the same day and get their immense blessings. According to religious beliefs, by observing fast on Shani Pradosh and performing special puja on this day, major defects in the horoscope are removed. If you are also troubled by Saturn’s Sadesati, Dhaiya or any other defect, then today is no less than a boon for you. Let us know about the auspicious time for this evening’s puja and the correct method of puja.
When is Shani Pradosh fast?
According to the Panchang, the Trayodashi tithi of Shukla Paksha of Jyeshtha month will start at 10:22 pm on June 26, 2026 and will continue till 12:43 pm on June 28, 2026. However, based on Udaya Tithi, Shani Pradosh Vrat will be observed on Saturday, June 27 only. This special combination of Saturday and Trayodashi further increases the importance of this fast.
Special importance of worship during Pradosh period
In Shani Pradosh Vrat, along with the entire day’s fast, the evening Pradosh period is considered most important. This year the auspicious time of puja will be from 7:20 pm to 9:29 pm. It is believed that by worshiping Lord Shiva at this time, one gets many times more auspicious results and the wishes of the devotees are fulfilled.
Worship Lord Shiva like this
During Pradosh period, first of all take bath, wear clean clothes and purify the place of worship. After this, anoint Shivling with water, Ganga water and milk. Then offer Belpatra, Dhatura, Bhasma, Shami Patra, white flowers and fruits to Lord Shiva. During the puja, chant Om Namah Shivay mantra and recite Shiv Chalisa. At last, light a ghee lamp and perform aarti and pray for the happiness and prosperity of the family.
How to worship Shanidev?
On the day of Shani Pradosh, along with the worship of Lord Shiva, Shani Dev is also worshipped. Offer mustard oil to Shanidev, donate sesame seeds and light a lamp under the Peepal tree. Along with this, chanting the mantra Om Sham Shanaishcharaya Namah is considered auspicious. It is believed that by doing this the evil eye of Saturn is calmed and the problems of life gradually start reducing.
Religious importance of Shani Pradosh fast
According to religious beliefs, Shani Pradosh Vrat is considered the best opportunity to get the blessings of both Lord Shiva and Shani Dev. This fast is considered especially fruitful for those people who have Saturn’s Sade Sati, Dhaiya or Shani Dosh in their horoscope. By worshiping and fasting with devotion and regularly, mental stress is reduced, obstacles in work are removed and positive changes start coming in life.
Keep these things in mind
On the day of Shani Pradosh fast, one should avoid anger, lies and insulting anyone. Helping needy people, doing charity and eating wholesome food is considered auspicious. During puja, keep your mind calm and meditate on Lord Shiva and Shani Dev with full devotion. It is believed that worship done with true faith removes many troubles of life and brings blessings of happiness and prosperity.
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