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News18
26-05-2025
- General
- News18
Vat Savitri Vrat 2025: What Is The Rare And Auspicious Combination This Year?
Last Updated: Vat Savitri Vrat, observed by married women for their husbands' long life, falls on Monday, 26 May this year, coinciding with the rare and auspicious Somvati Amavasya In the rich tapestry of Indian traditions, certain fasts hold deep emotional and cultural value—one such is the Vat Savitri Vrat. Observed with devotion by married women across the country, this fast is dedicated to praying for the long life and happiness of their husbands. This year, the vrat falls on Monday, May 26, making it even more special as it coincides with the rare and auspicious Somvati Amavasya. Mythological Significance According to mythology, the Vat Savitri Vrat commemorates the devotion of Goddess Savitri, who brought her husband Satyavan back to life by pleading with Yamaraj, the god of death. The fast symbolises unwavering faith, love, and dedication. Astrologer Pandit Manoj Shukla from Raipur, Chhattisgarh, told Local18 that worship is performed under a Vat (banyan) tree on the Amavasya tithi. Women circumambulate the tree 108 times, tying a raw cotton thread around its trunk and offering prayers for their husbands' long life. He further added that women observe a nirjala (waterless) fast, listen to the story of Savitri-Satyavan, and perform rituals with devotion. This year, the Amavasya tithi begins at 12:31 pm on May 26 and will remain effective until 8:30 am on May 27, making this occasion particularly rare and auspicious. Importance of the Fast The significance of the Vat Savitri Vrat is mentioned in ancient scriptures like the Skanda Purana and Bhavishya Purana. Pandit Shukla explained that the fast is believed to be especially beneficial for married women. It not only has mythological importance but also serves as a celebration of faith, devotion, and the strength of the marital bond. More than just a religious observance, the Vat Savitri Vrat fosters community spirit, connecting women through shared rituals, prayers, and faith.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Time of India
All about Somvati Amavasya: When is it in May, Rituals, Celebration, and all one needs to know
Amavasya is referred to as the no-moon day when the Moon is not visible from the Earth. And when this Amvasya falls on a Monday, it is called Somvati Amavasya, and is considered especially auspicious. Why? It is said that Somwar, or Monday, is the day of Lord Shiva, the divine masculine who is the transformer of the Universe, and because Amawasya relates to the moon, it is seen as a feminine energy. And thus, Somwati Amavasya brings the divine masculine and feminine energies into perfect harmony. What is done on Somvati Amavasya Somvati Amavasya is considered important for 4 things - Snaan, Daan, Tarpan, and Vrat. Peop;e perform Pitra tarpan and rituals to honour their ancestors, they take a bath in the holy rivers, especially Ganga in Haridwar on this day, they perform Daan, or charity, in the form of food, clothes, or other essentials, and many prefer to fast on this day to please the Gods. Today, as Somwati Amavasya and Vat Savitri vrat are on the same day, men and women can both keep fasts for each other's long life, health, and more. When is it celebrated in May 2025? In May 2025, Somwati Amavasya will be observed today, May 26, Monday. It coincides with the Vrat Savitri vrat, and according to reports, the timings for the two are also the same. And thus, women will keep a fast on May 26 for Somvati Amavasya as well as Vat Savitri to pray for their husband's long life, health, prosperity, and more. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Roar into Style! Leopard Print Slim Fitting Dress! Undo Unleash Your Wild Side: Leopard Print Slim Dress! Undo Level Up Your Look: Men Tracksuit with Hoodie! Undo Get the Look: Rhinestone Juicy Sweatsuit - Shop Modefash! Undo Complete Your Look: Women's 3-Piece Sweatsuit - Undo Chic Comfort! Women's 3-Piece Sweatsuit. Undo Shop Exclusive Deals & Save Big! Undo Modefash: Ultimate Comfort - Men's Tracksuit with Hoodie! Undo Sparkle & Shine: Trending Rhinestone Juicy Sweatsuit! Undo Don't Miss Out! Exclusive Deals at Undo Rituals and customs of Somvati Amavasya One of the most important parts of Somvati Amavasya is Snaan Daan. And thus people do the important ritual of taking a dip in the sacred Ganga during sunrise. Devotees go to Haridwar, Ujjain, Rishikesh, Varanasi, or another place, and take a dip in the river Ganga to cleanse their sins and purify their souls. Next is Daan, or charity, where people are expected to give back to society, not just ask something from God. On Somvati Amavasya, people donate clothes, grains, fruits, jaggery, til seeds, or more to people in need. It is also said that offering food to Brahmins on this day brings great Punya in life, and some people donate to ashrams or temples in the form of Anna daan, or donating grains. Worshipping the ancestors Somvati Amavasya is also believed to be a day to remember your ancestors, the ones who look over you from another realm, and perform Tarpan, which is basically offering water with flowers, barley, and more, to ask for their peaceful afterlife. It is said that when the ancestors are happy and pleased, families are blessed with good health, success, and peace. Fasting on the day Similar to Ekadashi and Purnmashi, some people also keep a fast on Amavasya. And as Vat Savitri vrat is on the same day, many women will observe a Nirjala fast on the day to pray for their husbands. They abstain from grains, salt, and sometimes even water, depending on their belief, and the fast is broken only after sunset with a simple satvik meal or fruits. On the day, women pray and tie a sacred thread around the Vat vriksha, which is believed to be a symbol of long life. What to do at home? Puja can also be done at home or in temples, but make sure that the Puja room or home temple is clean and so are the idols and murtis. Wake up early, take a shower, cleanse yourself with Gangajal if you can't visit Haridwar, and then start the prayers for the day. Offer milk, water, flowers, honey, etc to the Shivling at home, and chant mantras all day to maintain a calm environment. One step to a healthier you—join Times Health+ Yoga and feel the change
India Gazette
26-05-2025
- India Gazette
Assam: Thousands of devotees offer prayers at Kamakhya Devi temple in Guwahati on Somvati Amavasya
Guwahati (Assam) [India], May 26 (ANI): Thousands of devotees offered prayers at Kamakhya Devi temple in Assam's Guwahati on Monday morning on the occasion of Somvati Amavasya. Somvati Amavasya holds a special significance in Hinduism, wherein devotees perform bathing, charity, worship, and rituals for their ancestors. Neeraj Pathak, who hails from Madhya Pradesh's Bhopal, expressed his happiness at visiting the Kamakhya Devi temple on Somvati Amavasya. 'I feel very good. I am from Bhopal and it was a good Darshan.' Another devotee, Neelam Pathak, said, 'I liked it very much; it was very relaxed.' Somvati Amavasya is dedicated to worshipping ancestors or forefathers, and hence, people are advised to use it to get rid of 'Pitru Dosha'. An Amavasya falling on Mondays has a special significance and hence is being celebrated as Somvati Amavasya to honour ancestors. Thousands of devotees converged in Haridwar early Monday morning to take a holy dip in the river Ganga on the occasion of Somvati Amavasya. Pilgrims from various parts of the country gathered at the ghats to perform these sacred practices, driven by the belief that such acts bring blessings, prosperity, and divine grace. Ashwini Kumar, who had come from Delhi to take a holy dip in the river Ganga, said, 'We keep coming here, and at least when we do, we take a bath two or three times. It feels very good; it feels very religious, and there is some kind of atmosphere.' Umesh Kaushik, who hails from Haryana, was visiting Haridwar with his friends. 'We have come here to bathe in the Ganga on Somvati Amavasya, and this is a very good, auspicious Nakshatra. Which we have had the opportunity to bathe in. By bathing in the Ganges. This is a very auspicious moment for us that we have come to bathe in the Ganges today.' (ANI)
Indian Express
26-05-2025
- General
- Indian Express
Somvati Amavasya 2025: Know the date, timings, rituals, significance and more
Somvati Amavasya 2025: On Monday, May 26, thousands of devotees from all over the country gathered at Haridwar ghats early this morning to take a sacred bath in the Ganga to perform sacred rituals of Somvati Amavasya, ANI reported. Somvati Amavasya holds significance in Hindu tradition, during which devotees engage in bathing, charitable acts, ancestral rituals, fasting, and worship of Lord Shiva. According to the scriptures, performing these rituals is deemed especially significant on this day, as it is believed to bestow good luck and prosperity, in addition to leading to salvation. On this day, offering tarpan to our ancestors is believed to bring peace to their souls and alleviate Pitra Dosh. Coincidentally, this year, married women are observing a fast, known as Vat Savitri Vrat, which is intended to ensure the long life and good fortune of their husbands. Somvati Amavasya, the full moon falling on Mondays, is marked to honour ancestors, and this year, it is being marked on Monday, May 26, 2025, and will begin from 12:11 pm on May 26 to 8:31 am on May 27, as stated in Drik Panchang. VIDEO | Somvati Amavasya: People in large numbers are taking holy dip at the Ganges in Haridwar's Har Ki Pauri on the occasion. #SomvatiAmavasya #Haridwar #HarKiPauri — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) May 26, 2025
India Gazette
26-05-2025
- India Gazette
UP: Devotees take holy dip in Ganga on Somvati Amavasya in Haridwar
Haridwar (Uttarakhand) [India], May 26 (ANI): Thousands of devotees converged in Haridwar early Monday morning to take a holy dip in the river Ganga on the occasion of Somvati Amavasya. Somvati Amavasya holds a special significance in Hinduism, wherein devotees perform bathing, charity, worship, and rituals for their ancestors. It is believed that bathing in holy rivers and doing charity on this day lead to the attainment of merit. Pilgrims from various parts of the country gathered at the ghats to perform these sacred practices, driven by the belief that such acts bring blessings, prosperity, and divine grace. Ashwini Kumar, who has come from Delhi to take a holy dip in the river Ganga, said, 'We keep coming here, and at least when we do, we take a bath two or three times. It feels very good; it feels very religious, and there is some kind of atmosphere.' Umesh Kaushik, who hails from Haryana, is visiting Haridwar with his friends. 'We have come here to bathe in the Ganga on Somvati Amavasya, and this is a very good, auspicious Nakshatra. Which we have had the opportunity to bathe in. By bathing in the Ganges. This is a very auspicious moment for us that we have come to bathe in the Ganges today.' Somvati Amavasya is dedicated to worshipping ancestors or forefathers, and hence, people are advised to use it to get rid of 'Pitru Dosha'. On this day, people go for a holy dip in holy rivers and perform rituals like havan and yajna, charity, feeding animals, and reciting mantras. Rama Padmani, from Gujarat's Surat, said that she prayed for the betterment of all Indians on this occasion. 'I have come from Surat, Gujarat, and today is Somvati Amavasya.' We came here to Haridwar and took a bath. We are feeling very good about Aarti and the aura here is different, and the mind is calm. Everyone enjoyed it very much. Ganga benefits everyone. We have asked for the welfare of all Indians.' An Amavasya falling on Mondays has a special significance and hence is being celebrated as Somvati Amavasya to honour ancestors. (ANI)
