Vaishakh Pradosh Vrat: Today is the last Pradosh fast of Vaishakh month? Know the exact date and time of worship

When is Vaishakh Pradosh Vrat: Today, on 28 April 2026, the last Pradosh fast of Vaishakh month is being observed. Since today is Tuesday, it will be called Bhaum Pradosh Vrat. Pradosh Vrat holds great importance in Sanatan Dharma for the blessings of Shiva. Pradosh Vrat comes twice every month, once in Shukla Paksha and second in Krishna Paksha.

In the religious scriptures, it is prescribed to worship Lord Shiva as per the rituals on this day. It is believed that by observing Pradosh fast, one gets freedom from pain, disease, sorrow and sins and by the grace of Mahadev, desires are fulfilled.

Bhaum Pradosh fast date of April 2026

According to the Panchang, this year, Vaishakh Shukla Trayodashi Tithi will start today at 6:51 PM on April 28 and end at 7:51 PM on April 29. According to Udayatithi, it falls on 29th April, but Bhaum Pradosh Vrat will be observed on 28th April, Tuesday only.

right time for puja

last of Vaishakh month pradosh fast It is considered auspicious to worship during Pradosh period i.e. after sunset. It is believed that Lord Shiva dances in happiness at this time, hence worshiping during this period gives special results.

What is the auspicious time for Bhaum Pradosh Vrat 2026?

According to astrological calculations, for puja today on 28th April. auspicious time The best time will be from 6:54 pm to 9:04 pm.

• wee hours: 4:17 am to 5:00 am (best for bathing)
• Abhijeet Muhurat: 11:52 am to 12:45 pm

Do Pradosh fast puja like this

• On the day of Pradosh fast, wake up in the morning in Brahma Muhurta, take bath and wear clean and holy clothes, after this take a pledge to observe the fast with full devotion.
• Collect the necessary materials for the puja in advance like Belpatra, Dhatura, Aak flowers, rice (intact), incense, lamp, Ganga water and sweets etc., so that there is no hindrance in the puja.
• Pradosh Kaal i.e. the time around sunset is considered the most auspicious, hence take bath again at this time or at least purify yourself by washing hands and feet.
• Install a clean platform at the puja place and place the idol or picture of Lord Shiva, Mata Parvati and Lord Ganesha on it methodically.
• First of all, anoint the Shivalinga with Ganga water and raw milk, this pleases Lord Shiva and fulfills the wishes of the devotees.
• After this, offer Belpatra, flowers, hemp, Dhatura etc. on Shivalinga and meditate on Lord Shiva with your whole heart.
• During the puja, chant the mantra “Om Namah Shivay” with devotion and read or listen to the story of Pradosh Vrat, which will give you the full results of the fast.
• Finally, perform the Aarti of Lord Shiva and after offering Naivedya, conclude the fast by distributing the Prasad among the family members and others.