Hartalika Teej 2025: Date, History, Significance, Rituals & Theme

Hartalika Teej is celebrated on the third day of the bright half (Shukla Paksha) of the Bhadrapada month in the Hindu calendar.

In 2025, Hartalika Teej will be observed on:
Tuesday, August 26, 2025.

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History

• The festival is dedicated to Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva.
• According to legend, Goddess Parvati performed severe penance to get Lord Shiva as her husband.
• Her female friends took her into the dense forest so that she could continue her penance without interference, which is why the festival is called Hartalika (Harit = to abduct, Aalika = female friend).

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Significance

• Married women observe this fast for marital bliss, happiness, and the long life of their husbands.
• Unmarried women observe it to get an ideal life partner like Lord Shiva.
• It is considered one of the most important Teej festivals in India along with Hariyali Teej and Kajari Teej.

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Theme for Hartalika Teej 2025

Themes usually revolve around “Women Empowerment, Devotion, and Traditional Customs”.
The official theme for 2025 has not been announced yet, but it will likely highlight spirituality and cultural values.

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Rituals of Hartalika Teej

• Nirjala Vrat (Without Food & Water): Devotees observe a strict fast without food and water.
• Morning Rituals: Women take a holy bath, wear new clothes, and adorn themselves with bangles, mehendi (henna), and traditional jewelry.
• Lord Shiva & Goddess Parvati Puja: Clay idols of Shiva-Parvati are made and worshipped with flowers, fruits, and offerings.
• Staying Awake at Night: Women stay awake the entire night, singing devotional songs and listening to stories of Hartalika Teej Vrat Katha.

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Importance in Different Regions

• Popular in North Indian states like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Maharashtra.
• In Nepal, it is celebrated with grandeur as a festival of sisters and friends gathering together.

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Key Facts

• Associated Deities: Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.
• Fasting Type: Nirjala Vrat (no water, no food).
• Main Colors: Green and Red (symbolizing prosperity and love).