Bhaum Pradosh Vrat 2026: When is Bhaum Pradosh Vrat in April? Note the date, get rid of Manglik Dosh

Bhaum Pradosh Vrat 2026: The second Pradosh fast of Vaishakh month is on 28 April 2026. Since it is Tuesday, this Bhom Pradosh fast will be observed. Since Tuesday is associated with the planet Mars, this fast is especially considered to give strength, courage and freedom from debt. Bhaum Pradosh is also called Mangal Pradosh.

Bhaum Pradosh Vrat 2026 Muhurat

Trayodashi tithi of Vaishakh Shukla Paksha will start at 6.51 pm on 28 April 2026 and will end at 7.51 pm the next day on 29 April 2026.

The auspicious time for worship on this day is from 6.54 pm to 09.04 pm. There will be Pradosh period at this time. Consecration of Shivling during this period is considered to complete all the works.

Benefits of Bhaum Pradosh Vrat

Bhaum Pradosh fast is observed for freedom from debt, resolution of disputes related to land and buildings etc. and to increase physical strength. This fast also proves helpful in protecting from the negative effects related to the planet Mars. This fast is also observed to overcome the problems in marital life and to end the delay in marriage.

Fasting and worshiping on this day purifies the mind, removes negative thoughts and attains spiritual peace. Patience, patience and positive thinking develop inside the person.

Bhaum Pradosh Vrat Puja Method

• Bhaum Pradosh Vrat is worshiped during Pradosh Kaal (about 45 minutes before and after sunset).
• On this day, take bath in the morning, wear clean clothes and take a pledge to fast.
• There is a rule to keep fast on fruits or water for the whole day.
• In the evening, take bath again, purify the place of worship and install the idol or Shivalinga of Lord Shiva.
• Perform Abhishekam with Ganga water, milk, curd, honey, ghee and sugar. Offer Belpatra, Dhatura, Hemp, Akshat and white flowers on Shivalinga.
• Light a lamp and chant Shiv Chalisa or Mahamrityunjaya Mantra.
• Speak your wishes in Nandi ji’s ear and at the end perform aarti and distribute prasad. The fast is broken the next day.
• Donating red clothes, lentils or jaggery is beneficial to pacify Mars.

Rules of Bhaum Pradosh Vrat

• Lying, arguing with someone or getting angry on this day is considered inauspicious. Mars is related to energy and anger, hence getting angry on this day can increase its negative effects. It is very important to maintain a calm and composed behavior.
• One should not insult parents, teachers, elders or the needy. By doing this the virtue reduces and one does not get the blessings of Lord Shiva. It is very important to have a feeling of service, kindness and respect in this fast.
• On this day, one should completely avoid theft, deceit, fraud or actions that cause harm to anyone. Also, maintain distance from bad company or wrong thoughts. The purpose of fasting is to purify oneself and increase positive energy.
• It is very important to follow celibacy on the day of fasting. This maintains the concentration of the mind and gives more results from worship.

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