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New Delhi: Vat Savitri fast is considered very special for married women. This fast is observed for the long life of the husband, happy married life and prosperity of the family. Every year on the Amavasya date of Jyeshtha month, women observe this fast with full devotion. According to religious beliefs, worshiping Vat i.e. Banyan tree on this day and listening to the story of Savitri-Satyavan brings blessings of unbroken good fortune. This time Vat Savitri Vrat will be observed on 16 May 2026. The special thing is that many rare auspicious yogas are also being formed on this day, due to which the importance of this fast has increased further.

Vat Savitri Vrat 2026 auspicious time

According to Drik Panchang, Jyeshtha Amavasya Tithi will start from 5.11 am on May 16. At the same time, it will end on May 17 at 1:30 pm. Keeping in mind the Udaya Tithi, Vat Savitri Vrat will be observed on 16th May, Saturday only. On this day, it is considered auspicious to take a resolution to fast after morning bath and worship. Women keep fast throughout the day and worship the banyan tree in the evening.

Special auspicious yoga is being formed on Vat Savitri fast

This time Vat Savitri Vrat will be celebrated in many special coincidences. This day is considered very important from religious point of view. On this day, there is a coincidence of Shanishchari Amavasya, Shani Jayanti, Jyeshtha Amavasya and Darsh Amavasya. Apart from this, there will also be a conjunction of Venus and Jupiter in Gemini. Since it is Saturday, worship of Shani Dev will also have special significance. Due to all these auspicious yogas, this day is considered very fruitful for worship and charity.

Religious importance of Vat Savitri fast

Vat Savitri Vrat is to the story of Mother Savitri and Satyavan. According to mythological belief, when Satyavan died, Savitri pleased Yamraj with her penance, devotion and determination and got her husband’s life back. Since then, married women observe this fast for the long life and happiness and prosperity of their husbands. It is believed that this fast observed with devotion and rituals increases love in married life and maintains happiness and peace in the family.

Why is the banyan tree worshipped?

In Hindu religion, banyan tree is considered very sacred. There is a religious belief that Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh reside in this tree. Goddess Savitri is also considered to have a special relationship with this tree. The banyan tree lives for a long time, hence it is considered a symbol of longevity and stability. This is the reason why women worship this tree and pray for the long life of their husbands. Along with religious importance, this tree is also considered very useful from environmental point of view. It provides shade and pure air, hence it is also called the life-giving tree.

Worship method of Vat Savitri fast

Wake up early in the morning, take bath and take a pledge to fast without water.
Go near the banyan tree and meditate on Savitri and Satyavan.
Offer water to the banyan root and offer flowers, incense, lamp and sweets.
Take raw yarn and revolve around the banyan tree at least seven times and wrap the yarn around the trunk.
Listen or read the story of Savitri-Satyavan.
After puja, take blessings of mother-in-law or any elder woman.
Finally, break the fast by consuming lemon water or banyan tree leaves.

What is considered auspicious to do on the day of Vat Savitri fast?

Planting a banyan tree on this day is considered very auspicious.
Honeymoon items should be donated to needy women.
Keeping banyan root tied in a yellow cloth is believed to provide positive energy.
Providing food to poor and needy people is also considered virtuous.

Vat Savitri Vrat is not only a religious tradition, but is also considered a symbol of faith, dedication and love in the husband-wife relationship.