New Delhi: The day of 14 September 2026 is very special from religious point of view. This time Hartalika Teej and Ganesh Chaturthi are falling on the same day. In such a situation, the question in the minds of many people is whether both the fasts have to be observed separately, at what time the puja should be performed and when the fast will be broken. According to the Vedic calendar, on this day married women will worship Lord Shiva and Maa Parvati and wish for good fortune, while on Ganesh Chaturthi, Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles, will be worshipped.
How long will Tritiya Tithi last on 14th September?
According to the Panchang, Tritiya Tithi will remain till 7:06 am on September 14. After this Chaturthi Tithi will start. Therefore, it is considered auspicious to perform the main puja of Hartalika Teej in the morning on Tritiya Tithi. Women observing fast can take bath in the morning and do puja.
Do both the fasts have to be observed separately?
The fast of Hartalika Teej is considered difficult. Many women observe Nirjala fast on this day. If a woman observes the Nirjala fast of Hartalika Teej, then the fast of Ganesh Chaturthi will also be considered included in it. At the time of morning puja, a resolution can be taken to observe both the fasts together.
What is the auspicious time for morning puja of Hartalika Teej?
The timing for the morning puja of Hartalika Teej on September 14 is from 6:05 am to 7:06 am. During this time, take bath, wear clean clothes and clean the place of worship. After this, make idols of Lord Shiva and Maa Parvati from sand or clay and worship them. Wedding material can be offered to Goddess Parvati and Belpatra, flowers and fruits can be offered to Lord Shiva.
When should Lord Ganesha be established?
After completing the morning puja of Hartalika Teej, prepare for Ganesh Chaturthi puja and Ganpati Sthapana in the afternoon. According to the source, the auspicious time for Ganesh Sthapana is from 11:52 am to 12:41 pm on 14th September. During this time, install the idol of Lord Ganesha and offer Durva, red flowers, modak and fruits to him.
When to worship Shiva-Parvati in the evening?
Hartalika Teej is also worshiped in the evening. The auspicious time of puja is said to be from 6:28 pm to 7:37 pm. During this time, worship Lord Shiva and Maa Parvati and do aarti and listen or read the fast story. The tradition of keeping vigil at night on Hartalika Teej has also been mentioned.
When to break the fast of Hartalika Teej and Ganesh Chaturthi?
The fast is not broken as soon as Tritiya Tithi ends. According to the source, the fast of Hartalika Teej will be broken after sunrise on September 15. With this the fast of Ganesh Chaturthi will also be ended.
Note: Timings associated with puja and fasting may vary as per calendar and local beliefs. Also keep in mind your local Panchang for the final decision.
