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March Pradosh Vrat 2025 Date : Hinduism is rich in festivals and fasts, each carrying its own spiritual and religious significance. One such important fast is Pradosh Vrat, dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Observing this fast is believed to bring divine blessings, remove obstacles, and bring peace and prosperity to one’s life.
This fast is observed on Trayodashi Tithi (the 13th day) of both Shukla Paksha and Krishna Paksha every month. Devotees, including married couples and unmarried girls seeking a suitable life partner, observe this vrat with great devotion. If you are planning to observe Pradosh Vrat in March 2025, here are the important details regarding its date, auspicious timings, and the proper method of worship.
When is Pradosh Vrat in March 2025?
According to the Hindu Panchang, the Trayodashi Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Falgun will begin on:
Start: 11th March 2025 at 08:13 AM
End: 12th March 2025 at 09:11 AM
Since Pradosh Vrat is observed in the evening of Trayodashi, the fast will be kept on 11th March 2025 (Tuesday). On this day, devotees worship Lord Shiva and seek his blessings.
Auspicious Timings for Pradosh Vrat Puja
On Pradosh Vrat, worshipping Lord Shiva during the evening Pradosh Kaal is considered highly auspicious. Here are the key time periods for puja:
Pradosh Puja Muhurat: 06:27 PM – 08:53 PM
Brahma Muhurat: 04:58 AM – 05:47 AM (Best time for meditation and prayers)
Vijay Muhurat: 02:30 PM – 03:17 PM (Auspicious time for success-related activities)
Twilight Time: 06:25 PM – 06:49 PM (Perfect for Shiva worship)
Nishita Muhurat: 12:06 AM – 12:55 AM (Ideal time for midnight prayers)
Observing the puja during these auspicious hours enhances the benefits of the vrat and brings divine grace.
Pradosh Vrat Puja Vidhi (Worship Method)
To gain the full spiritual benefits of Pradosh Vrat, devotees should follow a proper puja method. Here’s the step-by-step process:
1. Morning Rituals:
- Wake up early in the Brahma Muhurta and take a holy bath.
- Wear clean or traditional attire and meditate on Lord Shiva.
- Offer Arghya (water offering) to the Sun God (Surya Dev) while chanting prayers.
2. Shivling Abhishek (Sacred Bathing of Shivling)
- Visit a Shiva temple or perform the puja at home.
- Bathe the Shivling with water, raw milk, honey, and Ganga Jal.
- Apply sandalwood paste (Chandan) and sacred ash (Bhasma) on the Shivling.
3. Idol Installation and Offerings
- Place an idol or picture of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati on a clean platform.
- Offer Belpatra (Bilva leaves), white flowers, Akshat (unbroken rice), and Chandan (sandalwood paste).
- Light a desi ghee diya (lamp) and burn incense sticks.
4. Reciting Sacred Texts
- Chant Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra, Om Namah Shivaya, or Shiv Tandav Stotra.
- Read or listen to Shiva Chalisa and Shiv Purana.
5. Aarti and Prasad Distribution
- Perform Shiva Aarti with a lamp made of ghee.
- Offer bhog (sacred food) like kheer (sweet rice pudding), curd, and suji halwa (semolina pudding).
- Seek forgiveness for any mistakes made during the puja.
- Distribute Prasad to family members and devotees.
Significance of Pradosh Vrat
Pradosh Vrat is considered extremely powerful in removing sins and obstacles from life. It is believed that:
Lord Shiva blesses devotees with peace, prosperity, and happiness.
It helps in removing financial difficulties and health issues.
Unmarried girls observe this fast to get a suitable life partner.
Couples keep this fast for marital bliss and children’s well-being.
Those facing career or personal problems find relief by observing this fast.
