Celebrate Kajari Teej, Bahula Chauth, and Heramba Sankashti Chaturthi With Full Devotion

Every month in the rich calendar of Sanatan Dharma holds unique spiritual importance. While the sacred month of Shravan is dedicated to the worship of Lord Shiva, the subsequent month of Bhadrapada is profoundly devoted to Lord Ganesha, Lord Krishna, and Lord Vishnu.This year, as the month of Sawan concludes with the full moon (Purnima) on August 28, 2026, the auspicious month of Bhadrapada begins immediately the next day on Saturday, August 29, 2026. Marking the very beginning of 'Bhado', the end of August brings a rare and powerful coincidence of multiple major fasting festivals falling on a single day.Three Major Festivals on August 31, 2026According to the Hindu Panchang, on Monday, August 31, 2026, during the Chaturthi Tithi of the Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight) in the month of Bhadrapada, an extraordinary confluence of three major fasts is taking place simultaneously.This day marks the observance of Kajari Teej, Bahula Chauth, and Heramba Sankashti Chaturthi. In traditional Hindu belief, when multiple significant fasts coincide on the same day, their combined spiritual merit and auspiciousness multiply manifold.Significance of Kajari Teej, Bahula Chauth, and Heramba Sankashti ChaturthiEach of these three observances carries distinct traditional practices and divine dedications:Kajari Teej: Celebrated on the third day (Tritiya) of the dark fortnight in Bhadrapada, this year's Tithi begins on August 30 and concludes on the morning of August 31. Based on Udaya Tithi (sunrise date), Kajari Teej will be observed on August 31. Known regionally as Kajali Teej, Saturi Teej, Badi Teej, or Budhi Teej, married women observe a rigorous, waterless fast on this day, praying wholeheartedly for their husbands' longevity, marital harmony, and family prosperity.Bahula Chauth: Also falling on the Chaturthi Tithi of Krishna Paksha in Bhadrapada, Bahula Chauth is observed primarily by mothers. They observe a waterless fast for the robust health, long life, and well-being of their children, offering special prayers to Lord Krishna, Lord Ganesha, and the sacred cow (G Mata).Heramba Sankashti Chaturthi: Dedicated entirely to Lord Ganesha—specifically invoking his powerful 'Heramba' form—this Sankashti Chaturthi falls on the same auspicious Monday. Devotees observe strict fasting throughout the day and break their fast only after sighting the moon at night, seeking the removal of all obstacles and liberation from past sins.