Vat Purnima Vrat is one of the most important Hindu festivals for married women in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa and several other parts of western India. Savitri's veneration is said to have brought back the life of her husband Satyavan from Lord Yama, the god of death.
As Vat Purnima 2026 approaches, there are many devotees who do not know if the vrat will be on June 29 or June 30 as the Purnima Tithi will occur on June 29 or June 30 because the Purnima Tithi will be celebrated on both dates. But according to Hindu Panchang calculation and the Udaya Tithi rule, Vat Purnima Vrat will happen on June 29, 2026.
Vat Purnima Vrat 2026: Correct Date and Tithi
According to Panchang calculations, the Purnima Tithi starts at 3:06 AM on June 29, 2026 and goes on until 5:26 AM on June 30, 2026. Since the full moon tithi prevails at sunrise on June 29, the vrat and puja will be observed on June 29.
Important Timings
- Vat Purnima Vrat: June 29, 2026 (Monday)
- Purnima Tithi Begins: 3:06 AM, June 29
- Purnima Tithi Ends: 5:26 AM, June 30
- Moonrise: 6:45 PM–7:00 PM (can depend on city)
- Abhijit Muhurat: 11:56 AM to 12:52 PM
Why Is Vat Purnima Vrat Celebrated?
Vrat as such is connected to the story of Savitri and Satyavan, one of the most celebrated Hindu stories. Savitri’s dedication, intelligence, and determination were enough to make Lord Yama restore her husband’s life in the legend.
Since then, married women have observed this fast for the well-being, prosperity, and long life of their husbands. The banyan tree, the so-called “Vat Vriksha,” will be the symbol of longevity, strength, and everlasting life in that ritual.
Vat Purnima Puja Vidhi
Devotees make sure they start the day with a holy bath. If they can’t access a holy river, a few drops of Ganga Jal might be added to the bath water.
After taking a sankalp (vow) to observe the fast, women worship Lord Vishnu, Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Shiva, and the banyan tree. They tie sacred cotton threads around the trunk of the banyan tree and pray for marital happiness and family prosperity.
Many devotees also listen to or recite the story of Savitri and Satyavan during the puja. In the evening, prayers are offered to the Moon, and devotees perform Satyanarayan Puja or listen to the Satyanarayan Katha, which is considered very auspicious on Purnima. Charity and donations are also encouraged on this sacred day.
## Essential Puja Samagri for Vat Purnima
The following items are commonly used in the ritual:
- Milk
- Curd (Yoghurt)
- Ghee
- Honey
- Fruits
- Fresh flowers
- Banyan tree twig or worship materials
- Cotton thread
- Diya and incense sticks
- Kumkum and turmeric
- Traditional sweets and prasad
Spiritual Significance
Vat Purnima is more than a fasting ritual. It is a sign of commitment, faith, devotion, and marital bonds. The observance reminds us of Savitri’s courage and determination, so that people are still inspired by her today.
For married women observing the vrat in 2026, June 29 will be the auspicious day to perform the rituals and seek blessings for a happy, healthy, and prosperous married life. ([Prokerala][1])
