Pradosh Vrat 2025 Dates: Full List, Significance and Astrological Remedies

The Pradosh fast is a highly auspicious observance dedicated to Lord Shiva performed on the thirteenth lunar day of every waxing and waning fortnight. Worship during the Pradosh period is believed to remove obstacles, illness, negativity and planetary afflictions while bringing peace, prosperity and spiritual power. Vedic astrology considers Pradosh one of the strongest practices for reducing Saturn afflictions, ancestral imbalance and emotional unrest.

Complete list of Pradosh Vrat dates in 2025

Date	Day	Type
11 January	Saturday	Shani Pradosh Shukla
27 January	Monday	Som Pradosh Krishna
9 February	Sunday	Ravi Pradosh Shukla
25 February	Tuesday	Bhaum Pradosh Krishna
11 March	Tuesday	Bhaum Pradosh Shukla
27 March	Thursday	Guru Pradosh Krishna
10 April	Thursday	Guru Pradosh Shukla
25 April	Friday	Shukra Pradosh Krishna
9 May	Friday	Shukra Pradosh Shukla
24 May	Saturday	Shani Pradosh Krishna
8 June	Sunday	Ravi Pradosh Shukla
23 June	Monday	Som Pradosh Krishna
8 July	Tuesday	Bhaum Pradosh Shukla
22 July	Tuesday	Bhaum Pradosh Krishna
6 August	Wednesday	Budh Pradosh Shukla
20 August	Wednesday	Budh Pradosh Krishna
5 September	Friday	Shukra Pradosh Shukla
19 September	Friday	Shukra Pradosh Krishna
4 October	Saturday	Shani Pradosh Shukla
18 October	Saturday	Shani Pradosh Krishna
3 November	Monday	Som Pradosh Shukla
17 November	Monday	Som Pradosh Krishna
2 December	Tuesday	Bhaum Pradosh Shukla
17 December	Wednesday	Budh Pradosh Krishna

Importance and characteristics of Pradosh Vrat

• Pradosh represents the sacred twilight energy when day and night meet creating a spiritually charged atmosphere ideal for Shiva worship.
• Som Pradosh grants child related blessings Shani Pradosh removes hardships Bhaum Pradosh improves health Shukra Pradosh enhances fortune and Guru Pradosh fosters wisdom and prosperity.
• According to classical belief this fast removes suffering from enemy, obstacles planetary pain emotional instability and fear.
• Astrologically Pradosh strengthens the subtle energy field, reducing the negative influence of Saturn Rahu Ketu Moon and Mars.

Pradosh Vrat Puja method in short

• Bathe during the Pradosh period after sunset and wear clean clothes.
• Offer abhishek with water milk, curd honey and ghee to the Shivalinga.
• Offer bel leaves white flowers, fruits, incense and lamp.
• Chant Om Namah Shivaya or the Mahamrityunjaya mantra at least 108 times.
• Listen to the Pradosh Vrat story, perform the aarti and offer bhog.
• Break the fast the next morning and donate food or clothes to a Brahmin.

Emotional message

The Pradosh fast is not merely a ritual but a profound practice of devotion, discipline and spiritual clarity. Observing these dates in 2025 with sincerity invites divine protection, inner peace, strength and the luminous grace of Lord Shiva.

FAQs

1. Can anyone observe the Pradosh fast
Yes it is beneficial for all seekers.

2. Is strict fasting without water required
No fruit based fasting is also accepted.

3. Does Pradosh help reduce planetary afflictions
Yes, especially difficulties from Saturn Rahu and Ketu.

4. What is the exact Pradosh period
About forty five minutes before and after sunset.

5. Is it good to start new projects on Pradosh
This day is ideal for worship not for initiating new ventures.