Vata Savitri Amavasya (or Vat Purnima) is the day in 2025 when married women will conduct puja to pray for the long life and prosperity of their husbands. This is one of those festivals that have roots in ancient times that became a real event in tribute to the dedication by Savitri to bring back her husband Satyavan from the dead.
On this auspicious full moon day (Purnima) of the Jyeshtha month (May – June), women will tie sacred threads together and worship the Vat Vriksha tree while fasting. It symbolizes matrimony, love, and, most certainly, the deep devotion of women.
In 2025, Vat Savitri Purnima will take place with the merriest note for all the people, especially for states like Odisha, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Bihar, and Uttar Pradesh.
Significance and Legend Behind Vat Savitri (Vat Purnima)
Vat Savitri (Vat Purnima), this significant occasion finds its scriptural strength in the mythological tale about Savitri and Satyavan. The core of the tale is described in all texts from Hindus as Savitri, leaving behind the idea of separation from her beloved husband, upon learning of Satyavan’s death, case her case to Yama, Son of Surya, God of Death, who was on his way to acquire the soul of Satyavan.
Touched by Savitri’s devotion to Satyavan and her courage, Yama grants her a wish, and Satyavan is returned from the dead. Since that moment, married women have attended this festival, worshiping the Vat (banyan tree) on this occasion, with the aspiration for a long, healthy life for their husbands.
The Vat Vriksha (banyan tree) is a representation of immortality, persistence, and strength. Women standing beneath the tree pray to extend their husband’s life, tying threads around the trunk. This festival emphasizes love, fidelity, and commitment in marriage.
Vat Savitri (Vat Purnima) Tithi & Muhurat (Date & Time)
- Vata Savitri Amavasya on Monday, May 26, 2025
- Vat Savitri Purnima Vrat on Tuesday, June 10, 2025
- Amavasya Tithi Begins – 12:11 PM on May 26, 2025
- Amavasya Tithi Ends – 08:31 AM on May 27, 2025
If you are confused about which dates to follow, we recommend you follow the Purnimanta Calendar
Rituals and Celebrations of Vat Savitri (Vat Purnima) 2025
The celebration of Vat Savitri (Vat Purnima) in 2025 consists of rituals that married women will commence by taking a holy bath before wearing new attire and bangles and applying henna (mehndi). Afterward, they will visit a banyan tree to worship (puja) by offering flowers, fruits, and sweets.
They will tie a sacred thread around the tree while praying for their husband’s welfare. Many women will observe a rigorous fast (Vat Savitri Vrat) and will not consume food or drink until completing rituals.
In certain areas, women and their families will observe the celebration by also listening to the Savitri-Satyavan Katha (legend) and will share gifts identifying sisterhood as women come together to celebrate and share stories of devotion.
Regional Variations in Celebrating Vat Savitri (Vat Purnima)
Although Vat Savitri (Vat Purnima) is celebrated in all regions of India in 2025, each region has its customs. In Maharashtra and Karnataka, this day is celebrated in the form of worship for the banyan and peepal trees. Gujarat itself celebrated Vat Purnima as well. All the women wear it in a traditional form, in either a red or green sarees.
In Bihar and Uttar Pradesh, there are three days in which rituals are conducted more elaborately. In Tamil Nadu and Kerala in the southern states, they celebrate this day as Karadaiyan Nombu, with minor variations of customs. Regardless of the region, all have the same spirit of celebrating the marriage commitment and blessing them for a good life thereafter.
Modern-Day Observance and Cultural Impact
In today’s world, Vat Savitri (Vat Purnima) 2025 is still culturally important. Urban women can travel 2-3 hours to try to keep the rituals and customs while keeping love and devotion. Many communities do group pujas in the parks or temples, which helps develop a sense of socialization.
This holiday also supports the celebration of women’s empowerment and how faith and determination can overcome adversity. As awareness grows, younger generations are beginning to join in and continue this tradition for the future.
As we approach Vat Savitri Purnima 2025, let’s continue to celebrate this wonderful holiday with all our reverence and joy, where we continue to share the story of Savitri’s devotion.
Vat Savitri Puja Vidhi & Puja Samagri:
Vat Savitri Puja is observed over three days with several rituals:
Puja Samagri:
- A vase full of water
- Moli (raw yarn)
- Roli, sindoor, Akshat
- Sweets
- Flowers, incense sticks, dhoop
- Bamboo basket and a bamboo fan
- Soaked chickpeas
Day 1:
- Preparation: On the first day, women traditionally clean their homes and surroundings. They gather the necessary items for the puja, including sandalwood paste, a vase full of water, moli thread, sweets, soaked chickpeas, rice, incense sticks, flowers, and fruits.
- Drawing of Images: Using a paste made of sandalwood and rice, images of the Vat (banyan) tree, Savitri, Satyavan, and Yama are drawn on a wall or floor at home.
- Worship of Golden Engravings: Golden engravings or idols representing Savitri and Satyavan are placed in a tray of sand. They are worshipped with mantras, incense, and flowers.
Day 2:
- Fasting: Women observe a strict fast from sunrise to sunset, abstaining from food and water.
- Puja: In the morning, women perform a special puja dedicated to Savitri and Satyavan. They offer prayers, flowers, fruits, and light incense.
- Worship of the Vat Tree: Outdoors, women visit a banyan tree, which symbolizes the divine couple’s eternal love. They tie threads (molly) around the tree’s trunk and offer copper coins as a symbol of prosperity and longevity for their husbands.
Day 3:
- Continued Fasting: Women continue their fast from sunrise to sunset.
- Puja: Another puja is performed in the morning, with prayers and offerings made to Savitri and Satyavan for their blessings and protection.
- Completion of Rituals: The fasting concludes at sunset. Women break their fast by consuming a simple meal, often consisting of fruits and sweets.
- Greeting: Throughout the day, women greet each other with blessings, saying ‘जन्म सावित्री हो’ (‘Become a Savitri’), symbolizing their wishes for their husbands’ long and prosperous lives.
These rituals are observed with devotion and sincerity, symbolizing the timeless love and dedication portrayed by Savitri towards her husband Satyavan in Hindu mythology.
Vat Savitri Mantra:
“ହେ ସଦ୍ଗତି ନାରୀ, ମୋତେ ବିଧବା ନ ହେବାର ସୌଭାଗ୍ୟ ଦିଅ।
ପୁଅ ଏବଂ ନାତିମାନଙ୍କୁ ଗ୍ରହଣ କରିବା ଏବଂ ଖୁସି ପାଇଁ ତୁମକୁ ପ୍ରଣାମ।
ଯେପରି ତୁମେ ଡାଳ ଏବଂ ଡାଳ ସହିତ ଭୂମିରେ ବଢିଛ।
ଏବଂ ତୁମେ ମୋତେ ସବୁବେଳେ ପୁଅ ଏବଂ ନାତିମାନଙ୍କ ସହିତ ସମୃଦ୍ଧ କର।”
“Avaidhyam cha saubhagyam dehi tvam mam suvrate
Putraan pautranshchya saukhyam cha grihaanaarghya namostute
Yatha shakha-prashaakhaabhivridhhosi tvam mahitale,
Tatha putraishchya pautreshchya sampannam kuru ma sada.”
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Vat Savitri (Vat Purnima) Vrat Vidhi (Fasting Rituals) & Significance:
On Vat Purnima, women follow Savitri’s example by fasting for three days on behalf of their husbands. They make pictures of a banyan tree, Savitri, Satyavan, and Yama with sandalwood-rice paste at home. A golden couple’s engravings are worshipped with mantras and Vat leaves. Outside, a banyan tree receives a thread winding and copper coin offerings.
Observance of the fast ensures husbands’ long and prosperous lives. Women greet each other with ‘जन्म सावित्री हो’ (‘Become a Savitri’), believing it secures their husbands’ well-being for seven lifetimes.
Observing the fast:
Women observe a strict fast, refraining from eating and drinking throughout the day from Sunrise to Sunset. Some may consume Fruits and Water, depending on their health conditions.
Concluding the Fast:
After the completion of the Puja and Arti, women break their fast by devouring in the Prasad (blessed food) offered during the Puja. They seek blessings from the elders and exchange prasad with other women.
Satsang (Sacred Community Devotional Gathering):
Often, women perform these rituals in groups, cultivating a sense of community and shared spiritual experience. In Hinduism such communities are called, “Sat-Sang” (community of spiritual likeminded people) This collective aspect reinforces the cultural and social bonds among families and communities.
By observing the Vat Savitri fasting rituals with devotion and sincerity, married women honour the timeless tale of Savitri, embodying the virtues of love, commitment, and spiritual strength.
