When will Hariyali Teej be celebrated in 2026?
According to the Hindu calendar, the festival of Hariyali Teej is celebrated every year on the third day of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase) of the month of Sawan. In 2026, Hariyali Teej will fall on Wednesday, August 12th. On this day, special worship of Shiva and Parvati is performed, and women observe a fast with full rituals, seeking blessings for eternal happiness.
Religious Significance of Hariyali Teej
According to religious beliefs, Goddess Parvati performed rigorous penance for many years to win Lord Shiva as her husband. Pleased with her unwavering devotion and dedication, Lord Shiva accepted her as his better half. Hariyali Teej is celebrated to commemorate this sacred union. It is believed that worshipping Goddess Gauri and Lord Shiva with devotion on this day ensures happiness, love, and trust in married life, and brings prosperity and good fortune to the family.
Hariyali Teej Puja Rituals
Hariyali Teej puja is performed with complete devotion and following the prescribed rituals. Pay special attention to these points during the puja.
Wake up early in the morning and take a bath – Wake up before sunrise during Brahma Muhurta, or sunrise, and wear clean, green or red clothes. Green is considered a symbol of greenery, prosperity, and good fortune.
Prepare the Puja Materials – Install an idol or picture of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati for the puja. Also, keep wedding accessories like vermilion, bangles, bindi, mehendi, kajal, chunri, and other makeup items.
Take a vow to fast – Before starting the puja, meditate on Goddess Gauri and take a vow to fast. After this, offer her sixteen adornments and ask for blessings for a happy married life.
Worship Shiva and Parvati – Offer Belpatra, Datura, Bhaang, Akshat, and water to Lord Shiva. After this, worship Goddess Parvati. It is believed that worshipping them together alleviates marital problems.
Listen to the Vrat Katha – At the end of the puja, be sure to listen to or read the Vrat Katha of Hariyali Teej. According to religious beliefs, the fast and puja are considered incomplete without the Katha.
Celebrations and Traditions of Hariyali Teej
The day of Hariyali Teej is filled with excitement and joy for women. On this occasion, women apply henna on their hands, apply beautiful makeup, and wear new clothes. In many places, swings are hung from trees, where women swing and sing traditional Sawan songs. Ghevar, Malpua, Kheer, and other traditional sweets are also prepared on this day. Families and relatives exchange greetings, strengthening mutual love and affection.
What to do on Hariyali Teej?
Worship Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati with full rituals.
Eat sattvik food and, if fasting, observe the rules.
Donate to the needy as per your capacity.
Seek the blessings of your parents and elders.
Maintain a positive and peaceful atmosphere at home.
What not to do on Hariyali Teej?
Avoid wearing black or dark blue clothes on the day of the puja and fast.
Do not harbor feelings of jealousy, anger, or hatred towards anyone.
Stay completely away from tamasic food and intoxicants.
Do not rush during the puja and remember Lord Shiva and Parvati with all your heart.
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