Bihar

• 06 Sep 2024

Hartalika Teej, 2024

Why in News?

Hartalika Teej Vrat is celebrated on the Tritiya of Shukla Paksha in the Bhadrapada month. In 2024, the observance falls on September 6.

Key Points

• Meaning of "Hartalika": Derived from two Sanskrit words: "Harat" (abduction) and "Aalika" (female friend).
• Background: Goddess Parvati, devoted to Lord Shiva, was abducted by her friends to avoid her marriage to Lord Vishnu, as per her father's wish.
  • Parvati worshiped a clay idol of Lord Shiva, pleasing him, and they eventually married.
  • Women observe Swarna Gowri Vratha to seek blessings from Goddess Gowri for a happy married life.
• Prominent in North Indian states: Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, and Jharkhand.
  • Known as Gowri Habba in South Indian states: Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu.
• Teej Festivals:One of three main Teej festivals, along with Hariyali Teej and Kajari Teej, celebrated in the Sawan and Bhadrapada months.