Vrats & Fasting
Hindu vrats (fasts) are observed on specific tithis and days. Select a type below to see dates for the year.
Ekadashi Vrat
Ekadashi is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Fasting on this day is considered highly meritorious. Two Ekadashis occur each month (Shukla and Krishna paksha).
View dates →Pradosh Vrat
Pradosham is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It falls on the 13th day (Trayodashi) of every lunar fortnight. Observing it is believed to remove sins and grant boons.
View dates →Purnima Dates
Full Moon days are auspicious for Satyanarayan Puja, Guru Purnima, and other observances. Many vrats and festivals fall on Purnima.
View dates →Amavasya Dates
New Moon days are significant for Pitru Tarpan (ancestor offerings), donation, and certain vrats. Amavasya is considered powerful for spiritual practices.
View dates →Sankashti Chaturthi
Dedicated to Lord Ganesha, observed on the 4th day (Chaturthi) of Krishna paksha. Fasting is broken after moonrise. Also see Vinayaka Chaturthi (Shukla Chaturthi).
View dates →Sankranti Dates
Marks the transit of the Sun into a new Rashi (zodiac sign). Makar Sankranti is the most celebrated; all 12 sankrantis have significance.
View dates →Navratri Dates
Nine nights dedicated to Goddess Durga. Fasting and special pujas are observed. Chaitra and Sharad Navratri are the main ones.
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