When is Hariyali Teej: The month of Sawan is going to start from 30th July 2026. The month of Sawan is the most sacred and important month of Hindu religion which is dedicated to the worship of Lord Shiva. Along with this, many festivals also take place in Saavan. The festival of Hariyali Teej is also one of these.

This day is considered very auspicious especially for married women. It is believed that, on this date, women observe fast for the long life, good health, happiness, prosperity, progress and happiness of their married life of their husbands.

When will Hariyali Teej 2026 be celebrated?

According to Drik Panchang, Tritiya Tithi of Sawan Shukla Paksha will start at 6:46 PM on 14 August 2026 and end at 5:28 PM on 15 August 2026. Due to the tradition of celebrating the festival according to Udaya Tithi Hariyali Teej The fast and puja will be observed on 15th August 2026, Saturday.

Hariyali Teej 2026 auspicious time

• Brahma Muhurta: 04:50 to 05:35 in the morning
• Abhijeet Muhurta: 12:17 pm to 01:08 pm
• Vijay Muhurta: 02:51 to 03:42 pm
• Twilight Muhurta: 07:06 to 07:29 pm
• Amrit Kaal: 08:18 to 09:53 pm

How to worship on Hariyali Teej?

• According to astrologers, a day before Hariyali Teej, the devotee should take satvik diet and apply henna on his hands.
• On the day of fasting, wake up early in the morning, take bath and wear new clothes. Keep in mind that do not wear black, purple or gray colored clothes on Hariyali Teej.
• Wear clothes and do makeup and then light a lamp in the puja room and take a pledge to fast. After this, worship Teej as per the rituals in the evening.
• Make clay idols of Mahadev and Mata Parvat for worship. If you are not able to make an idol, then you can buy a clay idol from the market, in which Mother Parvati and Lord Shiva are seated together.
• Install the idol by spreading a red colored cloth on a post and then worship. Apply vermillion to Goddess Parvati and offer wedding items. Offer fruits, flowers, incense etc. to Mahadev.

What is the spiritual significance of Hariyali Teej?

Hariyali Teej has great importance in Sanatan Dharma. This festival is celebrated for the long life of the husband. Wives keep fast on this festival for their husbands. On this day, Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati are worshipped, on this occasion married women wear their husband’s longevity One receives blessings.

There is a religious belief that Mother Parvati had performed rigorous penance for many years to get Lord Shiva as her husband. Pleased with her penance, Lord Shiva accepted her as his wife. Since then, the fast of Hariyali Teej is considered a symbol of husband-wife relationship and unbreakable love. It is believed that worshiping with devotion on this day brings happiness in marital life. Unmarried girls observe this fast with the hope of finding a good groom.