Hartalika Teej 2026: Religiously and mythologically also, the fast of Hartalika Teej is considered to have special significance. This time the festival of Hartalika Teej will be celebrated on Monday, 14 September 2026.
Hartalika Teej 2026: Like every year, this time too women are very excited about Hartalika Teej. The month of Bhadrapada is considered very sacred in Indian culture. Many important fasts and festivals are celebrated in this month. Religiously and mythologically also, the fast of Hartalika Teej is considered to have special significance. This time the festival of Hartalika Teej will be celebrated on Monday, 14 September 2026. The special thing is that Ganesh Chaturthi is also falling on this day, due to which the religious importance of this day has increased even more.
When will Hartalika Teej be celebrated?
According to the Panchang, in the year 2026, the Tritiya Tithi of Shukla Paksha of Bhadrapada month will start at 7:08 am on September 13 and will continue till 7:06 am on September 14. According to Udayatithi, the fast of Hartalika Teej will be observed on Monday, 14 September 2026. On the day of Hartalika Teej, married women observe a fast to pray for the long life of their husbands and a happy married life. At the same time, unmarried girls also observe this fast to get a good and desired groom. The biggest feature of this fast is its waterless form. According to belief, women observe fast for the whole day without consuming food or water. However, in case of health related problems, it is advisable to seek medical advice before fasting.
What is the importance of suhaag material?
On Hartalika Teej, women do sixteen adornments. The puja is performed with saree, bangles, vermilion, mehendi and other suhaag paraphernalia. The wedding material offered on Teej is also considered to have its own special significance. Saree is not just a garment, but in many families it is considered a symbol of affection and respect for the daughter from the maternal side. Women often participate in the worship and celebration of Teej wearing this saree. Bangles and vermilion are considered to be the main symbols of suhaag. At the same time, Mehndi also has a special place in Teej makeup. Sweets and fruits are considered a symbol of sweetness and prosperity in relationships. According to religious beliefs, Hartalika Teej marks the reunion of Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati. This festival reminds us of the rigorous penance, love and dedication of Mother Parvati.
Customs related to Hartalika Teej
On the day of Hartalika Teej, women wake up early in the morning, take bath and pledge to fast. After this, women prepare for the puja by wearing new clothes and doing sixteen adornments. At many places women go to temples and offer prayers. In the evening, after taking bath again, women dress up like brides. The idols of Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati are installed at the place of worship. In many places, there is a tradition of making idols of Shiva and Parvati from clay or sand and worshiping them. During the puja, flowers, bel leaves, incense and other worship materials are offered to Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati. After this, the fast story of Hartalika Teej is heard or read and Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati are meditated. According to the belief, this fast is ended with Parana after completing the puja and other religious rituals on the next day.
Mythological belief of Hartalika Teej
According to mythology, Mother Parvati had performed rigorous penance to get Lord Shiva as her husband. It is believed that she performed penance and fast for a long time, after which Lord Shiva accepted her as his wife. In some religious beliefs, it is said that Mother Parvati had performed penance for many births to get Lord Shiva as her husband. In his 108th birth, his penance was successful and he got the support of Lord Shiva.
For this reason, Hartalika Teej is associated with devotion, penance and determination of Mother Parvati. On this day, women worship Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva and wish for a happy married life and long life of their husband. At the same time, unmarried girls seek the blessings of Goddess Parvati to get the desired groom.
Importance of Hartalika Teej
Hartalika Teej has special significance from both religious and social point of view. This festival is considered a symbol of the love and married life of Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati. Married women observe this fast to pray for their husband’s long life, good health and the happiness and prosperity of their family. At the same time, unmarried girls wish for a good and desired life partner. This time Hartalika Teej is being considered special because the festival of Ganesh Chaturthi will also be celebrated on 14 September 2026. In such a situation, due to two important religious festivals happening on the same day, special enthusiasm is being seen among the devotees.