Devotees across India prepare for Pradosh Vrat on 16 January 2026, the Krishna Paksha Trayodashi dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Falling on a Friday as Bhrigu Vaara Pradosh, this vrat promises to eliminate negativities and bring contentment amid January's spiritual surge.
Exact Puja Timings for 16 Jan 2026
Pradosh Vrat timings for Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, align perfectly with twilight rituals. Trayodashi Tithi starts at 08:17 PM on 15 January and ends at 10:22 PM on 16 January. Pradosha Puja Time runs from 05:58 PM to 08:37 PM, post-sunset at 05:58 PM, with sunrise at 07:14 AM.
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Moonrise: 05:11 AM
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Moonset: 03:46 PM
These timings, specific to central India, make evening worship ideal for working professionals and families in Bhopal and nearby areas.
Significance of Bhrigu Vaara Pradosh Vrat
This Friday Pradosh Vrat, known as Bhrigu Vaara or Shukra Pradosh, holds unique power. Scriptures like Skanda Purana state it removes life's hurdles, grants success, and fosters positivity. Unlike Som Pradosh for desires or Shani Pradosh for wealth revival, Friday's observance targets inner peace and prosperity.pujayagna+1โ
In 2026's Magha Krishna Paksha, it gains relevance as winter rituals boost devotion before major festivals. Experts note even partial fasts yield health and mental clarity benefits.
Step-by-Step Pradosh Vrat Rituals
Start preparations an hour before sunset with a purifying bath. Key steps include:
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Worship Lord Shiva, Parvati, Ganesha, Kartikeya, and Nandi.
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Invoke Shiva in a Kalasha on darbha grass; bathe Shivling with milk, curd, ghee.
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Offer Bilva leaves, chant Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra 108 times, recite Pradosh Vrat Katha.
Break fast post-puja with Kalasha water and vibhuti. Temple visits or lighting a lamp amplify rewards. Strict 24-hour fast or sunrise-to-sunset options suit all ages.
Why Observe Pradosh Vrat Now?
As January 2026 unfolds with back-to-back vrats—next on 30 January—this Krishna Paksha event counters daily stresses through Shiva's grace. Devotees report enhanced focus and family harmony post-observance. In Madhya Pradesh's spiritual hubs like Ujjain, crowds swell, underscoring its timeless appeal in modern life.jansatta+1โ
Simple devotion during Pradosh Kaal unlocks divine generosity, making 16 January a pivotal day for renewal. Plan your puja today for lasting blessings.
