What is the rule of Hartalika Teej worship, know why this fast is observed?

Hartalika Teej fast is observed on the Tritiya Tithi of Shukla Paksha of Bhadrapada month. In the year 2024, Hartalika Teej is falling on 7th September. On this day, Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati are worshipped.

On this festival, married women observe a fast for the long life of their husbands and unmarried girls also observe this fast to get their desired groom.

On this day, women observe fast and dress up in a special way and on the day of Hartalika Teej, the story of this festival is heard and Nirjala fast is observed. On this day, during the puja, adorn Maa Parvati and decorate her idol.

Chanting the mantras of Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati on this day is considered extremely auspicious. Chant mantras like ‘Om Namah Shivaya’, ‘Om Parvati Namah’ etc. on this day.

Do not wear black and blue colored clothes on this day. Women should avoid sleeping during the day. Women should control their anger on this day.