Pradosh fast coming after Ekadashi is considered to have special significance. After Mohini Ekadashi in the month of Vaishakh, now Pradosh Vrat will also be observed as per the rituals. If you are confused as to when is Pradosh Vrat after Mohini Ekadashi i.e. 28th or 29th April, then we have brought information for you.

In the Hindu calendar, Trayodashi date of Shukla Paksha Krishna Paksha of every month is observed as Pradosh Vrat. This day is dedicated to the worship of Lord Shiva. The name of this fast changes according to the season. Let us know which Pradosh fast is this time and how you can keep it.

When is Pradosh Vrat on 28th and 29th?

According to the Panchang, the Trayodashi tithi of Vaishakh Shukla Paksha will start from 6:51 pm on April 28 and will continue till 7:51 pm the next day on April 29. Any fast and festival is celebrated according to Udaya Tithi but on Pradosh Vrat, worship during Pradosh period has importance, hence this fast will be observed on 28th April. This day is Tuesday, hence it will be known as Bhaum Pradosh.

Auspicious time of Bhaum Pradosh

Bhaum Pradosh is on Tuesday 28th April. The auspicious time for worshiping Lord Shiva on this day is from 7:06 pm to 9:18 pm.

how to do puja

• On Bhaum Pradosh, wake up early in the morning, take bath and wear clean clothes.
• Now you have to take a pledge to fast by lighting a lamp in front of God in the puja room.
• After performing puja in the morning, perform proper puja in the evening. In Pradosh Vrat, the importance of worshiping during Pradosh period is considered.
• You can do this puja anywhere in the house or temple. If Shivlinga is installed in the house then the puja can be done at home or it is best to do the puja in the temple.
• While worshiping, first offer water to Shivling and then offer Belpatra. After this you have to offer things like white flowers, Akshat, sesame oil, hemp, Dhatura.
• Now chant Shiva mantras or you can also recite Shiva Chalisa. After doing all this, perform Aarti at the end and distribute Prasad to everyone.

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