What is Hariyali Teej?
Hariyali Teej is a celebrated Hindu festival that marks the union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. It is especially popular in North Indian states like Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Madhya Pradesh. The festival is synonymous with the onset of the monsoon, greenery, and fertility. Married and unmarried women enthusiastically participate—praying for marital bliss or an ideal partner, observing fasts, and adorning themselves in green saris and beautiful mehendi.
Hariyali Teej 2025: Date and Time
- Date: Sunday, July 27, 2025
- Tritiya Tithi Begins: 10:41 PM, July 26, 2025
- Tritiya Tithi Ends: 10:41 PM, July 27, 2025
Auspicous Timings and Puja Muhurat:
| Event | Time |
|---|---|
| Brahma Muhurat | 4:46AM – 5:30AM |
| Pratah Sandhya | 5:08AM – 6:14AM |
| Amrit Kaal | 1:56PM – 3:34PM |
| Vijay Muhurat | 2:55PM – 3:48PM |
| Godhuli Muhurat | 7:16PM – 7:38PM |
| Sayan Sandhya | 7:16PM – 8:22PM |
| Nishita Muhurat | 12:23AM – 1:07AM (July 28) |
| Abhijit Muhurat | 12:19PM – 1:11PM |
| Ravi Yoga | 4:23PM (Jul 27) – 6:14AM (Jul 28) |
Significance
Hariyali Teej commemorates the divine reunion of Lord Shiva and Parvati, emphasizing themes of marital bliss, unwavering love, and feminine strength. According to Hindu mythology, Goddess Parvati’s devotion was so steadfast that she undertook penance across 108 lifetimes to win Lord Shiva’s love—culminating in their union on Teej. Thus, the day stands as a tribute to commitment and the sacred feminine.
The festival is called Hariyali (“greenery”) because it’s celebrated during the monsoon, when the earth is lush. Wearing green symbolizes growth, fertility, and prosperity, and is believed to bring happiness and fortune to the observer’s marital life.
Customs and Traditions
Hariyali Teej is marked by various rituals and traditions that bring vibrancy to the celebrations. Women celebrate by dressing in green, adorned with bangles, jewelry, and henna (mehendi) on their hands. The day begins with a traditional worship ceremony, where women gather in temples or at home to pray for the well-being of their husbands or future spouses.
One of the most important rituals of the day is fasting. Women observe a fast to honor Goddess Parvati’s dedication and to seek marital bliss. Some women observe a strict fast, refraining from food and water, while others may choose a partial fast.
In the evening, women gather in groups and celebrate with folk dances, singing traditional songs, and exchanging sweets. Dandiya dances, where women twirl colorful sticks to the rhythm of music, are a popular form of celebration. The atmosphere is filled with joy, and the vibrant colors and sounds add to the festive spirit of the occasion.
The swing (or jhula) is another symbol of Hariyali Teej. Women decorate swings with flowers and swing together in groups, singing devotional songs. The swinging symbolizes the bond of love and affection between married couples and the joy of the monsoon season.
Festive Foods
Food plays an essential role in the festivities of Hariyali Teej. Special sweets and delicacies are prepared for the occasion. Ghevar, malpua, and samosas are some of the traditional sweets and snacks made during the festival. Women also enjoy fruit and dry fruits, especially after breaking their fasts.
Rituals and Celebrations
Nirjala Vrat: Married women, and often unmarried girls, fast (sometimes without water) to pray for their spouses’ long lives or a worthy partner.
Dressing in Green: Participants wear green saris, bangles, and apply mehendi as a mark of prosperity and celebration.
Puja and Folklore: Homes are decorated; swings (jhoolas) are assembled and adorned with flowers. Rituals include placing an idol of Goddess Parvati on a beautifully decorated platform, offering sweets, flowers, coconut, and performing aarti in the evening.
Sindhara: Families send gifts to daughters and in-laws, including sweets like ghevar, bangles, henna, and clothes—this tradition is also called Sindhara Teej.
Singing and Dancing: Folk songs, dholak beats, and group dances lift the spirits. Women gather for katha (storytelling) recalling the legend of Shiva and Parvati.
FAQ
When is Hariyali Teej in 2025?
Sunday, July 27, 2025.
Why is Hariyali Teej celebrated?
To mark the union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati and celebrate marital bliss, fertility, and the rejuvenating monsoon.
Who observes the Hariyali Teej fast?
Married women mainly observe the fast for the longevity of their husbands. Unmarried women participate to pray for a suitable match
