Every year, Jitiya Vrat is observed on the Ashtami Tithi of Krishna Paksha of Ashwin month. This fast is observed by women for the good health and safety of their children. Jitiya Vrat lasts for three days, during which women do not even consume water. Let us know from when to when Jitiya Vrat will last, the date of Nahai-Khai, auspicious time of Puja and Parana Vidhi-
When will the Jitiya fast start: According to Pandit Markandey Dubey, the festival of Jitiya fast begins from the Saptami Tithi of Ashwin Krishna Paksha and continues till the Navami Tithi. The festival of Jivitputrika fast will run from Tuesday, September 24 to Thursday, September 26.
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On which day is Nahai-Khaai: According to religious beliefs, mothers observe Jitiya fast without eating or drinking anything for their children. This year Jitiya fast will start on Tuesday with Nahai-Khaai. On Wednesday, waterless fast will be observed throughout the day and night. This fast will end by breaking the fast on Thursday. On the day of Jitiya fast, the story of King Jimutvahan is also heard, in which King Jimutvahan saved the lives of children by dedicating his body to the bird king Garuda.
Auspicious time of Jitiya fast: According to the Panchang, this time Ashwin month Krishna Paksha Ashtami Tithi is starting from 12:38 pm on Tuesday, September 24, which will end on Wednesday, September 25 at 12:10 pm. According to Udaya Tithi, mothers will observe a waterless fast of Jitiya Vrat throughout the day and night on Wednesday.
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How to break the fast: This year Jitiya fast will be broken on Thursday, September 26. The fast can be broken anytime after sunrise on Thursday, September 26. On Thursday, September 26, after taking a bath in the morning, worship the deities of the house. Break the fast some time after sunrise.
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