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Pradosh Vrat, Saturday, 24 October 2026: Significance and How It Is Observed

ByInfoTab Team

Pradosh Vrat falls on Saturday, 24 October 2026.
For the day’s exact tithi start/end times, see our daily panchang for 24 October 2026.

Significance

Pradosh Vrat is observed on Trayodashi (the 13th lunar day), twice a month, in the pradosh kaal – the period around sunset/twilight. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva, and is widely held to be an auspicious time for worship.

How it is commonly observed

Common practices include a day-long fast broken after the pradosh kaal puja, visiting a Shiva temple around sunset, and offering water, bilva leaves or other customary items as per local tradition. Practices vary by region and family – this is general information, not a prescription.

A note on this information

This is general, descriptive information about a widely observed tradition,
not religious instruction. Customs vary by region, family and individual circumstances. This is not medical advice;
anyone with a health condition should consult a doctor before fasting. No remedies, products or services are
recommended here.

Sources

  • Rashtriya Panchang (1948 Saka, 2026-27), Positional Astronomy Centre, India Meteorological
    Department – for the date and tithi.

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