Today’s Panchanga Special – Shukla Chaturdashi & Pradosh Vrat Significance

• Spiritual Guidance
• April 01, 2026

Today is Wednesday (Budhwar) and falls under Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi, which is considered highly auspicious for observing Pradosh Vrat. This sacred vrat is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is observed during the evening twilight period known as Pradosh Kaal.

On this day, devotees worship Lord Shiva to seek forgiveness for past sins, remove obstacles, and attain spiritual growth. It is believed that sincere prayers during Pradosh bring peace, prosperity, and divine blessings.

Devotees usually observe fasting, visit Shiva temples, perform Abhishekam, and chant “Om Namah Shivaya”. Offering milk, water, and bilva leaves to Lord Shiva is considered highly auspicious.

Today’s Panchanga – 1 April 2026

Basic Panchanga Details

• Day: Wednesday (Budhwar)
• Paksha: Shukla Paksha
• Tithi: Shukla Chaturdashi (continues most of the day)
• Month: Chaitra (Amanta)
• Season (Ritu): Vasant Ritu
• Ayana: Uttarayana

Shukla Chaturdashi is especially important for performing Pradosh Vrat and Shiva worship.

Nakshatra

• Uttara Phalguni Nakshatra: till afternoon
• Hasta Nakshatra: begins later

Uttara Phalguni symbolizes prosperity and partnerships, while Hasta represents skill and creativity.

Sun & Moon Timings

• Sunrise: around 06:18 AM
• Sunset: around 06:26 PM
• Moon Sign (Chandra Rashi): Virgo (Kanya)

Important Muhurat Timings

Brahma Muhurta

04:32 AM – 05:20 AM

Abhijit Muhurat

11:48 AM – 12:36 PM

Pradosh Kaal (Shiva Worship Time)

06:25 PM – 08:45 PM

Pradosh Kaal is the most auspicious time to worship Lord Shiva.

Inauspicious Timings

Rahu Kalam

12:00 PM – 01:30 PM

Yamagandam

07:30 AM – 09:00 AM

Gulikai Kalam

10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Avoid starting new work or important decisions during Rahu Kalam.

Spiritual Significance of the Day

Shukla Chaturdashi holds great spiritual importance due to the observance of Pradosh Vrat, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Worshipping Lord Shiva on this day is believed to:

• Remove past sins and negativity
• Bring peace and prosperity
• Help overcome obstacles
• Promote spiritual growth

Recommended Practices

• Observe Pradosh Vrat (fasting)
• Visit Shiva temples and perform Abhishekam
• Chant Om Namah Shivaya
• Offer milk, water, and bilva leaves

These practices are believed to bring divine blessings and inner peace.