Vat Savitri Vrat 2025: What Is The Rare And Auspicious Combination This Year?
Vat Savitri Vrat, observed by married women for their husbands' long life, falls on Monday, 26 May this year, coinciding with the rare and auspicious Somvati Amavasya
In the rich tapestry of Indian traditions, certain fasts hold deep emotional and cultural value—one such is the Vat Savitri Vrat.
Observed with devotion by married women across the country, this fast is dedicated to praying for the long life and happiness of their husbands. This year, the vrat falls on Monday, May 26, making it even more special as it coincides with the rare and auspicious Somvati Amavasya.
Mythological Significance
According to mythology, the Vat Savitri Vrat commemorates the devotion of Goddess Savitri, who brought her husband Satyavan back to life by pleading with Yamaraj, the god of death. The fast symbolises unwavering faith, love, and dedication.
Astrologer Pandit Manoj Shukla from Raipur, Chhattisgarh, told Local18 that worship is performed under a Vat (banyan) tree on the Amavasya tithi. Women circumambulate the tree 108 times, tying a raw cotton thread around its trunk and offering prayers for their husbands' long life.
He further added that women observe a nirjala (waterless) fast, listen to the story of Savitri-Satyavan, and perform rituals with devotion. This year, the Amavasya tithi begins at 12:31 pm on May 26 and will remain effective until 8:30 am on May 27, making this occasion particularly rare and auspicious.
Importance of the Fast
The significance of the Vat Savitri Vrat is mentioned in ancient scriptures like the Skanda Purana and Bhavishya Purana. Pandit Shukla explained that the fast is believed to be especially beneficial for married women.
It not only has mythological importance but also serves as a celebration of faith, devotion, and the strength of the marital bond. More than just a religious observance, the Vat Savitri Vrat fosters community spirit, connecting women through shared rituals, prayers, and faith.
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