Hartalika Teej 2026: Vrat, Puja Vidhi and Shubh Muhurat

Hartalika Teej 2026: Vrat, Puja Vidhi and Shubh Muhurat

New Delhi, September 14, 2026: Hartalika Teej 2026 is being celebrated today, Monday, September 14, with devotion across India. The festival is dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Married women traditionally observe the fast for marital happiness, the well-being of their husbands and family prosperity, while unmarried women observe the vrat with prayers for an ideal life partner.

When is Hartalika Teej 2026?

Hartalika Teej 2026 is being observed on Monday, September 14. The festival falls on Shukla Paksha Tritiya of the Hindu month of Bhadrapada.

For Delhi, the Tritiya Tithi began at 7:08 AM on September 13 and ends at 7:06 AM on September 14.

Hartalika Teej Puja Muhurat

According to the Delhi timings, the morning Hartalika Teej Puja Muhurat is from 6:05 AM to 7:06 AM on September 14. Puja timings can vary slightly from one city to another depending on the local sunrise and Panchang calculations.

Religious Significance of Hartalika Teej

Hartalika Teej is associated with Goddess Parvati's devotion and penance to attain Lord Shiva as her husband. The festival is considered a symbol of love, dedication, commitment and marital harmony.

Women observe the vrat and worship Shiva and Parvati with prayers for marital happiness, family well-being and prosperity.

Hartalika Teej Puja Vidhi

Devotees traditionally begin the puja by remembering Lord Ganesha and then worship Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. In many traditions, idols made from clay or natural materials are used for the ritual.

Flowers, fruits, rice, sandalwood, roli, incense, lamps and other traditional puja items are offered to the deities. Devotees also listen to or recite the Hartalika Teej Vrat Katha and perform the Shiva-Parvati aarti.

Importance of the Nirjala Vrat

Hartalika Teej is traditionally considered a strict fast. Many women observe a Nirjala Vrat, meaning they refrain from food and water throughout the fasting period.

However, people with medical conditions or health concerns should avoid undertaking a strict fast without appropriate medical advice.

Solah Shringar and Mehndi Tradition

Hartalika Teej is also associated with traditional celebrations, including Solah Shringar, mehndi, sarees and jewellery. Women often gather with family and friends, sing Teej songs and participate in devotional celebrations.

Why Is September 14 Special This Year?

This year, Hartalika Teej and Ganesh Chaturthi are both being observed on September 14, 2026, making the day particularly significant for devotees.

Conclusion

Hartalika Teej 2026 is an important Hindu festival celebrating devotion, love and the sacred bond associated with Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Devotees are observing the vrat and performing special puja today while praying for marital happiness, family well-being and prosperity.