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Vat Savitri Vrat 2026: The Vat Savitri Vrat will be observed this year on May 16, 2026. This fast holds immense significance for married women, as on this day, they observe a *Nirjala* (waterless) fast to pray for their husbands' longevity and good health. Through the observance of this fast, one receives the blessing of *Akhand Saubhagya*—unbroken marital bliss. According to the scriptures, the Vat Savitri Vrat involves the worship of the *Vat Vriksha*—the Banyan tree. It is believed that if the worship is performed with complete faith and all the prescribed ritual items, one attains the full spiritual rewards of the fast and remains under the perpetual blessings of Goddess Savitri. In light of this, let us explore the complete list of ritual items required for the Vat Savitri Vrat worship. 

Complete Worship Materials for Vat Savitri Vrat
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 Auspicious Timings (*Muhurat*)
Vat Savitri Vrat 2026 - Photo: Amar Ujala
Auspicious Timings (*Shubh Muhurat*) for Vat Savitri Vrat
*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). Disclaimer: The information provided herein is based on general beliefs, astrology, the Panchang, religious scriptures, etc. 

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