Pradosh Vrat is observed on Trayodashi Tithi of every month. When this Tithi falls on Friday, it is called Shukra Pradosh Vrat. This fast is considered to be very fruitful for getting the special blessings of Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati.
Religious importance of Shukra Pradosh Vrat
By observing this fast, happiness and peace comes in married life and sweetness remains in marital relations. This fast is considered to be very fruitful especially for unmarried girls. This fast leads to the attainment of a good life partner.
Worship Method
Take a bath in the morning and wear clean clothes.
Light a lamp in front of the idol of Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati or Shivling.
Offer incense, Akshat, flowers, Belpatra and Dhatura.
Chant the mantra "Om Namah Shivaya".
Recite Pradosh Vrat Katha in the evening and do the Aarti of Shiva-Parvati.
Benefits of Shukra Pradosh Vrat
- Sweetness comes in married life.
Unmarried people get a good life partner.
Financial and material happiness increases.
An atmosphere of peace and harmony prevails in the family.
Upcoming Pradosh Vrat dates
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28 April 2026, Tuesday Bhauma Pradosh Vrat
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14 May 2026, Thursday Guru Pradosh Vrat
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28 May 2026, Thursday Guru Pradosh Vrat
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12 June 2026, Friday Shukra Pradosh Vrat
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27 June 2026, Saturday Shani Pradosh Vrat
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12 July 2026, Sunday Ravi Pradosh Vrat
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26 July 2026, Sunday Ravi Pradosh Vrat
