Pradosh Vrat is one of the most spiritually meaningful days in the Hindu calendar, dedicated to the worship of Lord Shiva. Celebrated twice every month—once during Shukla Paksha and once during Krishna Paksha—this sacred occasion holds special importance for devotees seeking divine blessings, peace, and spiritual growth.
In April 2025, Pradosh Vrat falls on a Thursday, making it a Guru Pradosh Vrat—a day considered even more auspicious due to the influence of Jupiter (Guru). This month, it will be observed on April 10, 2025, which corresponds to the Trayodashi Tithi (13th day) of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Chaitra.
Guru Pradosh Vrat 2025: Date & Timings
• Trayodashi Tithi Begins: 10:55 PM on April 9, 2025
• Trayodashi Tithi Ends: 01:00 AM on April 11, 2025
• Puja Muhurat (Auspicious Time for Worship): 6:43 PM to 8:58 PM on April 10, 2025
Why Guru Pradosh Vrat Is So Special
Pradosh Vrat is more than just a fast—it’s a deeply spiritual observance believed to open the doors to divine grace. It’s said that Lord Shiva is especially receptive to prayers during this time, making it ideal for those seeking relief from challenges, past karmic baggage, and obstacles in life.
Held during the transition from day to night—when the energy of the day subtly shifts—Pradosh is considered a powerful window for prayer, introspection, and meditation. Devotees believe that worshiping Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati during this twilight period invites peace, prosperity, and spiritual purification into one’s life.
What adds to the significance is the mythological belief that Lord Shiva performed his cosmic dance, the Tandava, on this very day and defeated the demon Apasmara, symbolizing the triumph of wisdom over ignorance.
Spiritual Benefits of Observing the Vrat
According to Hindu tradition, observing Pradosh Vrat can:
• Remove negative karma and past sins
• Bring peace, joy, and prosperity
• Eliminate personal and professional obstacles
• Help attain spiritual progress and even moksha (liberation)
• Strengthen one’s connection with Lord Shiva
For many, it’s also a time for reflection, mindfulness, and reaffirming one’s devotion.
Guru Pradosh Vrat 2025: How the Puja Is Performed
The rituals of Pradosh Vrat are followed with deep devotion and discipline. Most devotees observe a strict fast from sunrise to sunset, while some continue their fast into the next morning.
Puja Rituals Include:
• Evening worship (during twilight hours) is considered most auspicious.
• Lighting a ghee diya (lamp) to honor Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.
• Offering items like fruits, flowers, sweets, and sacred ingredients such as bilva leaves, milk, curd, honey, ghee, and panchamrit to the Shiva Lingam.
• Chanting mantras and prayers that invoke Lord Shiva’s blessings.
Devotees gather in temples or perform the rituals at home, reciting sacred mantras with heartfelt devotion. The energy during this time is believed to be exceptionally pure and powerful.
Powerful Shiva Mantras to Recite on Guru Pradosh
• Om Namah Shivaya
• Om Tryambakam Yajamahe Sugandhim Pushtivardhanam
Urvarukamiva Bandhanan Mrityor Mukshiya Maamritat
These mantras not only invoke Lord Shiva’s presence but are also believed to heal, protect, and elevate the spirit of the chanter.
Whether you’re seeking inner peace, divine blessings, or spiritual clarity, Guru Pradosh Vrat is a beautiful occasion to reconnect with your faith and invite positive change into your life.
Let this April 10 be a day of devotion, transformation, and divine grace.
