Hartalika Teej 2025 is one of the most sacred festivals observed by Hindu women, dedicated to Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva. It symbolizes marital devotion, prosperity, and the fulfillment of wishes. Every year, women across India—especially in states like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Maharashtra—celebrate this festival with deep faith and grandeur. In 2025, Hartalika Teej is expected to fall on Sunday, August 24, 2025.
The Legend Behind Hartalika Teej
The name Hartalika comes from two Sanskrit words—Harat (abduction) and Aalika (a female friend). According to Hindu mythology, Goddess Parvati’s friend once took her deep into the forest to stop her from being married to Lord Vishnu against her will. It was there that Parvati performed intense penance to win Lord Shiva as her husband. Impressed by her devotion, Lord Shiva accepted her as his eternal consort.
Thus, Hartalika Teej is celebrated to honor Parvati’s steadfast faith and love, making it a festival of marital bliss and unwavering devotion.
Date and Muhurat of Hartalika Teej 2025
- Hartalika Teej 2025 Date: Sunday, August 24, 2025
- Pratahkal Hartalika Puja Muhurat: 06:02 AM to 08:33 AM
- Tritiya Tithi Begins: August 23, 2025 at 02:12 PM
- Tritiya Tithi Ends: August 24, 2025 at 04:09 PM
The puja performed during the pratahkal (early morning) hours is considered highly auspicious. Women observe nirjala vrat (fasting without water) for the entire day to seek blessings for their husbands’ long lives and for marital happiness. Unmarried women also observe this vrat to get a desirable life partner.
Rituals of Hartalika Teej
- Nirjala Vrat (Fasting Without Water) – Women observe a strict fast without food and water for 24 hours. It is considered one of the most difficult fasts in Hindu tradition, showcasing the depth of devotion and determination.
- Idols of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati – Clay idols of Lord Shiva, Goddess Parvati, and Lord Ganesha are prepared and decorated beautifully with flowers, clothes, and ornaments.
- Teej Puja Vidhi – Women gather in groups to perform Shodashopachara Puja (16-step worship), chanting mantras and offering fruits, flowers, and sweets to the deities.
- Teej Songs and Folk Traditions – Married women sing traditional Teej songs, narrate stories from the Shiv-Parvati katha, and share their experiences of married life, making the festival joyous and culturally rich.
- Applying Henna and Dressing Up – Women apply mehndi (henna) on their hands, wear green bangles, red sarees, and ornaments, symbolizing prosperity, fertility, and marital bliss.
- Night Vigil (Jagran) – Many devotees stay awake the entire night, singing devotional songs and celebrating Goddess Parvati’s victory of love and devotion.
Significance of Hartalika Teej
- For Married Women: It is believed that observing this vrat ensures the long life and well-being of their husbands.
- For Unmarried Women: The fast is kept to seek a life partner like Lord Shiva—devoted, righteous, and compassionate.
- Spiritual Significance: It symbolizes unwavering faith, sacrifice, and purity of love. The fast also represents self-discipline and mental strength.
Celebrations Across India
- North India (UP, Bihar, Rajasthan) – Women gather in temples, sing folk songs, and carry out processions with idols of Shiva and Parvati.
- Maharashtra – Known as Teejri, the festival is celebrated with equal zeal, with women adorning themselves with green bangles and silk sarees.
- Madhya Pradesh & Chhattisgarh – Communities host grand fairs where swings (jhoolas) are decorated, adding joy and festivity.
Hartalika Teej 2025, falling on August 24, is not just a fast but a festival of love, devotion, and endurance. It commemorates Goddess Parvati’s determination to marry Lord Shiva and reflects the values of commitment in relationships. As women adorn themselves in traditional attire, apply henna, and pray with utmost sincerity, the festival becomes a symbol of divine love and strength.
This Teej, like every year, will remind us of the power of faith, the beauty of tradition, and the eternal bond between Shiva and Parvati.
