According to the Hindu Panchang, the Pradosh Vrat is observed on the Trayodashi Tithi of every month. However, the Pradosh Vrat falling in April 2025 holds special significance as it will be the first Pradosh Vrat of the Nav Samvatsar, the Hindu New Year. This festival, dedicated to the worship of Lord Shiva, is considered highly auspicious and fruitful from a spiritual perspective.
This year, the Trayodashi Tithi of the Shukla Paksha of Chaitra month will begin at 10:55 PM on April 9th and end at 12:06 AM on April 10th. According to Udayatithi, the fast will be observed on Thursday, April 10th, 2025. Since it falls on a Thursday, it will be known as Guru Pradosh Vrat.
Auspicious Muhurat for Puja
The prescribed time for worshipping Lord Shiva on Guru Pradosh Vrat is during the evening. On April 10th, the auspicious muhurat for puja will be from 6:43 PM to 8:58 PM. During this time, performing abhisheka of the Shivling with water and Panchamrit, lighting lamps, offering Belpatra leaves, and chanting Shiva mantras are considered particularly fruitful.
Spiritual and Astrological Benefits of Guru Pradosh Vrat
🕉 Favorable Influence on Jupiter
Jupiter is considered the karaka (significator) of knowledge, prosperity, and good fortune. Observing this fast strengthens Jupiter's position in one's horoscope, leading to positive changes in life.
🕉 Ancestral Blessings and Protection from Adversity
Guru Pradosh Vrat bestows the blessings of ancestors and reduces the effects of past life karmas. It also offers protection from unforeseen troubles and accidents.
🕉 Progress in Career and Business
This fast is beneficial for those experiencing stagnation or instability in their careers. The influence of Guru Pradosh Vrat creates opportunities for wealth, prosperity, and professional growth.
🕉 Mental Peace and Self-Confidence
Worship of Lord Shiva and Guru Brihaspati on this day promotes spiritual advancement. Through meditation and chanting, practitioners gain mental peace and increased self-confidence.
How to Observe the Vrat and Puja?
- Devotees should wake up before sunrise and bathe.
- A fruit-only diet or water fast can be observed throughout the day.
- In the evening, visit a Shiva temple or perform puja at home.
- Chant "Om Namah Shivaya" and "Om Guruve Namah".
- Donate yellow clothes, chana dal (split chickpeas), and jaggery to the needy.
The Guru Pradosh Vrat on April 10th, 2025, is special not only for Shiva devotees but is also considered extremely auspicious due to its occurrence at the beginning of the New Year. Shiva worship on this day is believed to purify the soul, bring mental peace, and infuse life with positive energy. Therefore, let's begin the New Year auspiciously by observing this sacred fast and performing puja with devotion.
