About Budha Pradosha
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Pradosha Vrat is observed on both Trayodashi Tithis, i.e. Shukla Paksha Trayodashi and Krishna Paksha Trayodashi, in lunar month. For Pradosham Vrat, day is fixed when Trayodashi Tithi falls during Pradosha Kala which starts after Sunset. The window after Sunset when Trayodashi Tithi and Pradosha overlaps is auspicious for Shiva Puja. When Pradosham day falls on Wednesday, it is known as Budha Pradosha. Budha Pradosha Vrat is observed to please Lord Shiva. Wednesday is governed by the Lord Budha, i.e. planet Mercury and therefore, the Pradosha falling on a Wednesday is considered beneficial for achieving success in intellect, speech, and business. Observing Budha Pradosha Vrat enhances one's mental abilities, communication skills, and eloquence. In astrology, this fast is considered very effective. It is recommended for individuals facing inauspicious combinations related to Budha in their Kundali. Budha is believed to govern speech, intellect, reasoning, communication, mathematics, and commerce. Therefore, this fast is especially fruitful for students and businessmen.
Deities & divine forms
Pradosh Vrat, also known as Pradosham in South India, is observed to seek blessings of Lord Shiva. According to the Hindu calendar, this fast is observed on the Trayodashi Tithi of both Shukla and Krishna Paksha of the lunar month. Pradosham days for whole year are listed on this page. 108 Shiva Names mentioned in Shakta Pramod Grantha are the most popular 108 Names of Lord Shiva. Each name when combined with Om Namah becomes independent Mantra in itself and can be used for chanting as well as to perform Shiva Ashtottara Shatanamavali Homa. 1. Om Sthiraya Namah। 2. Om Sthanave Namah। 3. Om Prabhave Namah। ... 999. Om Shuchaye Namah। 1000. Om Vratadhipaya Namah। Mantra and Names of Lord Shiva with meaning and recitation video are given on this page.
How to celebrate Budha Pradosha 2026
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Budha Pradosha 2026 — FAQs
Budha Pradosha for Diu, Daman and Diu, India is observed on 2026-04-15.
Pradosha Vrat is observed on both Trayodashi Tithis, i.e. Shukla Paksha Trayodashi and Krishna Paksha Trayodashi, in lunar month. For Pradosham Vrat, day is fixed when Trayodashi Tithi falls during Pradosha Kala which starts after Sunset. The window after Sunset when Trayodashi Tithi and Pradosha overlaps is auspicious for Shiva Puja.