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Vat Savitri Vrat 2026: This year, the Vat Savitri Vrat is set to take place on May 16, 2026. This significant fast is particularly important for married women, who observe a *Nirjala* (waterless) fast on this day, praying for the health and longevity of their husbands. By participating in this fast, they seek the blessing of *Akhand Saubhagya*, which symbolizes uninterrupted marital happiness. The observance includes the worship of the *Vat Vriksha*, or Banyan tree. It is believed that sincere worship with the proper items leads to spiritual rewards and the continuous blessings of Goddess Savitri. Let’s delve into the complete list of items needed for the Vat Savitri Vrat rituals.

Essential Items:
Batasha (Sugar Puffs)
Kheer (Rice Pudding) or Homemade *Prasad* (Sacred Food Offering)
Soaked Black Chickpeas
Wheat Grains
Split Bengal Gram (*Chana Dal*)
*Panchmeva* (Five Types of Dry Fruits)
Assorted Dry Fruits
Copper Water Pot (*Lota*)
Pure Water
Holy Ganges Water (*Gangajal*)
*Kalava* (Sacred Red Thread) or White Cotton Thread
Branch of a Banyan Tree (*Vat Vriksha*)
Raw Cotton Thread (for wrapping around the Banyan tree)
Turmeric Powder
Oil Lamp (*Deepak*)
Lamp Wick
Pure Clarified Butter (*Desi Ghee*)
Camphor
*Dhup Batti* (Incense Sticks)
*Agarbatti* (Aromatic Incense Sticks)
Betel Leaves (*Paan*)
Betel Nuts (*Supari*)
Cloves
Green Cardamom
*Kumkum* (Red Vermilion Powder)
*Roli* (Red Sacred Powder)
*Akshat* (Unbroken Rice Grains)
*Sindoor* (Vermilion)
Sandalwood Paste (*Chandan*)
Henna (*Mehndi*)
*Kajal* (Kohl/Eyeliner)
Flowers (Red or Yellow)
Flower Garland
*Panchamrit* (Five Nectars: Milk, Yogurt, Ghee, Honey, Sugar)
*Tulsi* Leaves (Holy Basil)
Small Clay Lamp (*Diya*) (for holding the flame)
Wooden Plank or Low Stool (*Chowki*)
Rose Petals
Seasonal Fruits
Coconut
Sweets (*Mithai*)
Banana Leaf
Plate for holding Betel Leaves and Nuts
Clay Pitcher (*Ghada*)
Bamboo Hand Fan
Money (*Dakshina*) for Offerings
Worship Plate (*Puja Thali*)
*Kalash* (Sacred Water Pot)
Mango Leaves
*Mauli* (Sacred Red Thread)
Honey
Milk
Yogurt
Ghee
Sugar
Red or Yellow Cloth
*Saptadhanya* (Seven Types of Grains)
New Sari or New Clothes
*Shringar* (Adornment/Cosmetic) Items
Red *Chunari* (Scarf/Veil)
Bangles
*Bindi* (Forehead Dot)
Comb
Mirror
*Vrat Katha* (Fasting Story) Book
*Aarti* Plate (for the ritual lamp ceremony)
Pure Homemade Food (*Bhog*) for Offering
Cotton Wool

Puja Rituals and Timings:
Auspicious timings for the Vat Savitri Vrat include:
*Brahma Muhurat*: From 04:07 AM to 04:48 AM
*Vijaya Muhurat*: From 02:04 PM to 03:28 PM
*Godhuli Muhurat*: From 07:04 PM to 07:25 PM
*Nishita Muhurat*: From 11:57 PM to 12:38 AM (Midnight). Note: The information provided is based on general beliefs, astrology, the Panchang, and religious scriptures.