- By Kashish Rai
- Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:05 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Budh Pradosh Vrat April 2026: The Budh Pradosh Vrat is a highly significant day to seek blessings from Lord Shiva and Devi Parvati. When the Pradosh Vrat falls on a Wednesday, then it is called Budh Pradosh. Fasting and worshipping on this day removes all sorts of troubles that an individual suffers from. It is believed to be especially advantageous to gain wisdom and prosperity in life. The Budh Pradosh Vrat in Vaishakh Krishna Paksha falls on 15th April 2026.
Below are all the important details regarding the date, time, pradosh kaal muhurat, significance and rituals of Budh Pradosh Vrat:
Budh Pradosh Vrat April 2026: Date And Time
- Budh Pradosh Vrat April 2026: 15th April 2026, Wednesday
- Trayodashi Tithi Begins: 12:12 AM, 15th April 2026
- Trayodashi Tithi Ends: 10:31 PM, 15th April 2026
Budh Pradosh Vrat April 2026: Pradosh Kaal Muhurat
The Pradosh Kaal Muhurat to worship Lord Shiva is from 06:47 PM to 09:00 PM on 15th April 2026.
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Lord Shiva is fervently worshipped by the devotees on the sacred occasion of Budh Pradosh Vrat. (Image Source: Gemini AI)
Budh Pradosh Vrat April 2026: Significance
As per Hinduism, observing the Budh Pradosh Vrat pleases Lord Shiva, who takes away all the pains of his followers. Following this fast results in improved wisdom, and hence it offers special advantages to the students as well as the businessmen. This practice helps to maintain harmony at home, along with the accomplishment of unfinished work.
Budh Pradosh Vrat April 2026: Rituals
On the day of Budh Pradosh Vrat, one should rise early in the morning and after having a bath, dress in clean attire and take a vow to perform fasting. Chanting "Om Namah Shivaya" is considered lucky throughout the day. During the Pradosh Kaal Muhurat, take a bath again and worship the Shivlingam. Offer Gangajal, Panchamrit and Belpatra to Lord Shiva. The devotees can additionally offer dhatura, fruits, and flowers to Shiv ji. Make sure to also recite the aarti and Shiv Chalisa to appease Bholenath.
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