The Budh Pradosh Vrat will be observed on August 20, 2025, which falls on the Trayodashi Tithi of Krishna Paksha in the month of Bhadrapada. This fast is dedicated to Lord Shiva and Lord Ganesha. Observing the Pradosh Vrat helps pacify the malefic effects of the planet Mercury (Budh), bestows happiness, prosperity, and good health. The auspicious time for worship for the observer (Vrati) will be from 6:56 PM to 9:07 PM, and the worship should be performed according to the prescribed rituals.
Budh Pradosh Vrat 2025: The first Pradosh Vrat in the Krishna Paksha of the month of Bhadrapada will be celebrated on August 20, 2025, which is the Trayodashi Tithi. Since it falls on a Wednesday, it will be called Budh Pradosh Vrat. This fast is dedicated to Lord Shiva and his son, Lord Ganesha. According to religious beliefs, observing this fast helps pacify the malefic effects of the planet Mercury (Budh). The observer (Vrati) should perform the worship during the auspicious time from 6:56 PM to 9:07 PM, which leads to the attainment of happiness, prosperity, and good health.
Pradosh Vrat 2025 Date and Time
The Trayodashi Tithi of Bhado Krishna Paksha begins on August 20 at 1:58 PM and will last until 12:44 PM on August 21. Observing the fast during this period is considered auspicious.
Auspicious Time for Budh Pradosh Vrat Puja
The main auspicious time for the Budh Pradosh Vrat puja will be from 6:56 PM to 9:07 PM. Performing the puja and reciting the story (Katha) with proper rituals during this time is considered especially beneficial. Note that Rahu Kaal will be from 12:24 PM to 2:02 PM; worship should not be performed during this period.
Method of Observing Pradosh Vrat
To observe the Pradosh Vrat, first, wake up before sunrise and take a bath, and wear clean clothes. Sprinkle Ganga Jal (holy water) at the place of worship and establish the idols of Shiva and Parvati. Sit on a Kusha (grass) mat and begin the worship of Lord Shiva and Lord Ganesha.
Bathe Lord Shiva with milk, water, yogurt, honey, and ghee. After this, offer Belpatra (Aegle marmelos leaves), flowers, perfume, barley, wheat, and black sesame seeds. Light incense and a lamp during the worship.
Bathe Lord Ganesha with Panchamrit (a mixture of five ingredients) and apply a Tilak (mark) of Sindoor (vermilion) and ghee. After this, offer Durva grass, Modak (sweet dumplings), betel nut and leaves, and flowers. At the end of the worship, offer prayers and break the fast by offering Arghya (water offering) to the moon.
Spiritual Benefits of Budh Pradosh Vrat
According to religious scriptures, observing the Budh Pradosh Vrat keeps the mind of the observer (Vrati) calm and positive. Along with mental peace, there are also benefits to health. Observing the fast creates opportunities for success in work and progress in career.
Why Budh Pradosh Vrat is Special
Pradosh Vrat occurs twice every month, once on the Trayodashi Tithi of Krishna Paksha and once on the Trayodashi Tithi of Shukla Paksha. The Pradosh Vrat that falls on a Wednesday is considered special because the influence of both the planet Mercury (Budh) and Lord Shiva is more powerful on this day.
Observing this fast pacifies the malefic effects of the planet Mercury (Budh), and the problems related to Mercury for the observer are eliminated. Also, this fast is helpful in enhancing mental awareness and positive thinking.
Mantra Chanting During Puja
During the Budh Pradosh Vrat, it is considered auspicious to chant the mantra of Lord Shiva: "Om Namah Shivaya" or "Om Someshwaraya Namah." For Ganesha, chant "Om Ganeshaya Namah." Chanting mantras increases the effect of the puja and the observer receives spiritual energy.
