Haritalika Teej: Wife Fasts to Ensure Long Life for Husband

The festival of Haritalika Teej, significant during the month of Sawan, is being celebrated today. On this day, a wife observes a fast and worships Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, seeking blessings for her husband's longevity and happiness. This tradition is believed to ensure a long and joyful married life.

In rural areas, preparations for the festival are underway with enthusiasm. The wife wears green clothing, adorns herself with green bangles, and applies mehndi on her hands. Devout worship of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati will be an integral part of the celebrations.

Wife Shares Thoughts on Haritalika Teej

"I observe the Haritalika Teej fast each year with deep devotion. I believe it helps ensure a long and happy married life for my husband," says Saroj Godara, a local resident.

"I am excited for Haritalika Teej. This festival is very important for wives, and the fast is believed to bring a long and happy life to their husbands," shares Surta Chaudhary, another local.

"Legend has it that Goddess Parvati observed this fast for Lord Shiva's well-being. Similarly, wives today fast for the long life of their husbands. We also apply mehndi and wear green clothes as part of the celebration," explains Mamta Sengwa, a local.

"On Haritalika Teej, a wife worships Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati with devotion, wears green attire, and applies mehndi. This fast is believed to secure a long and happy life for her husband," adds Suman Chaudhary, a local.