Kajari Teej fast is observed on the Tritiya Tithi of Krishna Paksha of Bhadrapada month, in which women observe Nirjala fast. There is a belief in not consuming food and water during this fast. Which paves the way for getting a good groom. Let us know about the date, auspicious time (Kajari Teej 2024, Puja Time), and Puja Vidhi of Kajari Teej.
Kajari Teej, also known as Kajali Teej, holds an important place in Indian traditions and culture. This festival is celebrated with great pomp especially by women and is highly popular in states like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh. Kajari Teej is organized on the Tritiya Tithi of Krishna Paksha of Shravan month, and it is a festival of wishing good luck, prosperity, happiness, and peace for women.
Kajari Teej Puja Date
According to the Panchang, Krishna Tritiya Tithi of Bhadrapada month will start on 21st August at 05:06 pm. At the same time, the date will end on 22nd August at 1:46 pm. In such a situation, Kajari Teej fast will be kept on 22nd August.
Importance of Kajari Teej
Kajri Teej has great religious and cultural importance. On this day, women worship Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. It is believed that by observing this fast, the married life of married women becomes happy and prosperous. At the same time, unmarried girls also observe this fast to get a good groom.
Puja Vidhi
On the day of Kajari Teej, women take a bath in the morning, wear new clothes, and do sixteen adornments. The place of worship is cleaned and an earthen altar is made there. An idol or picture of Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva is installed on this altar. Rice, kumkum, turmeric, flowers, and sweets are used in worship material. Women listen to the story with devotion and pray for their husband’s long life and happy life.
Vrat and Katha
The fast of Kajari Teej is very difficult. On this day, women fast without drinking water and stay awake all night. The story of the fast narrates the story of Goddess Parvati’s hard penance and Lord Shiva granting her a boon. Listening to this story inspires women to have indomitable courage and patience.
Social and Cultural Aspects
The celebration of Kajari Teej is also very important from a social point of view. This festival provides an opportunity for women to come together and celebrate together. Women swing, sing folk songs, and dance on this day. Kajari songs are the main attraction of this festival, which are based on traditional tunes and describe the beauty and importance of Kajari.
