Hariyali Teej

Tithi & Observance (2025)

Date: Sunday, 27 July 2025
Tithi: Tritiya Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Shravan (Sawan)
Tithi Begins: 26 July 2025 at 10:44 PM
Tithi Ends: 27 July 2025 at 10:44 PM

Ritual Observances:

Nirjala Vrat: A strict fast without food or water, observed by married and unmarried women.
Puja Vidhi: Worship of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati with flowers, sweets, and solah shringar (16 adornments).
Jhula Ritual: Swings are decorated and used in gardens, symbolizing joy and the monsoon.
Sindhara Tradition: Gifts like bangles, sweets, and clothes are sent to daughters by their in-laws.

Significance

Divine Union: Celebrates the reunion of Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva, symbolizing eternal love, devotion, and marital harmony.
Feminine Grace & Fertility: Green attire, mehndi, and bangles represent fertility, prosperity, and feminine beauty.
Marital Bliss: Women pray for the longevity and well-being of their husbands, similar to Karwa Chauth.
Cultural Joy: The festival coincides with the lush greenery of the monsoon, hence the name Hariyali (greenery).

Legends & Mythology

The 108 Rebirths of Parvati

According to Hindu mythology, Goddess Parvati was reborn 108 times to win Lord Shiva’s love.
In her 108th birth, she performed intense penance—surviving on dry leaves and braving harsh weather.
Moved by her devotion, Lord Shiva accepted her as his consort, and their divine marriage is celebrated as Hariyali Teej.

The Story of Sati and Rebirth

Parvati was the reincarnation of Sati, who had immolated herself after her father insulted Shiva.
Reborn as Parvati, she undertook severe austerities to reunite with Shiva, symbolizing devotion, discipline, and divine love.

Regional Celebrations

Rajasthan: Grand processions of Goddess Teej with palanquins and folk dances.
Punjab: Known as Teeyan, celebrated with Gidda and swings.
Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh: Group pujas, mehndi, and Teej fairs.
Haryana: Declared a public holiday with cultural programs.