Top 7 Fasts to Observe During Shravan Maas
Shravan Somwar Vrat
The most popular fast of the month. Observed every Monday to please
Lord Shiva
. Known to fulfill wishes and bring peace.
Mangala Gauri Vrat
Dedicated to
Goddess Parvati
. Women pray for a blissful married life. Held on Tuesdays during Shravan.
Shravan Shani Vrat
Devotees worship
Shani Dev
to reduce karmic effects. Oil and black sesame are offered. Observed for protection and justice.
Pradosh Vrat
Held on
Trayodashi Tithi
(13th lunar day). Special prayers to
Lord Shiva
at dusk. Great for inner peace and removing sins.
Putrada Ekadashi
Fasts observed on Ekadashi for
child blessings
. Devotees avoid grains and consume fruits. Best for family well-being.
Nag Panchami Vrat
Celebrated on the 5th day of Shravan. Offerings made to
serpent gods
. It brings protection from evil and doshas.
Varalakshmi Vratam
Held on the Friday before full moon. Devotees worship
Goddess Lakshmi
for wealth. Popular in Tamil Nadu, Andhra, and Karnataka.