When is the First Mangala Gauri Vrat of Sawan 2026? Dates and Significance

The sacred month of Sawan (Shravan) 2026 starts on July 30, 2026, and concludes on August 27, 2026. While Mondays are dedicated to Lord Shiva, Tuesdays during Sawan are observed as Mangala Gauri Vrat to seek the blessings of Goddess Parvati for marital bliss, longevity of husbands, and family harmony.

Key Dates for Mangala Gauri Vrat 2026:
- 1st Mangala Gauri Vrat: August 4, 2026 (Tuesday)
- 2nd Mangala Gauri Vrat: August 11, 2026 (Tuesday)
- 3rd Mangala Gauri Vrat: August 18, 2026 (Tuesday)
- 4th Mangala Gauri Vrat: August 25, 2026 (Tuesday)

Significance & Rituals:
- Significance: Observing this fast helps remove marital obstacles, nullify Mangal Dosha, and bless unmarried women with a suitable life partner.
- Rituals: The puja places special emphasis on the number 16. Married women offer 16 items of solah shringar, fruits, flowers, and sweets (such as halwa or laddoo) to Goddess Parvati, recite the Vrat Katha, and perform aarti.