Today, on March 21, 2026, the festival of Gangaur is being celebrated on the *Tritiya* (third day) of *Chaitra Shukla Paksha* (waxing phase of the moon). On this day, Goddess Gauri and Lord Shankar are worshipped. There will be four auspicious *muhurtas* (auspicious times) for worship from morning to evening today.During the Gangaur festival, Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva are worshipped. Like festivals like *Karwa Chauth* and *Teez*, this festival is also celebrated to pray for the long life and good health of the husband.
On the occasion of Gangaur, married women observe a fast and perform rituals to worship Lord Shiva and Goddess Gauri. Today, Saturday, 21st March 2026 is the festival of Gangaur, and four auspicious *muhurat* are available for the puja. First *Muhurat* of Gangaur Puja: The first auspicious *muhurat* for Gangaur Puja was *Brahma Muhurat*, which is from 4:49 am to 5:36 am.
Most Auspicious *Muhurat*: For worship during Gangaur festival, the time from 7:55 AM to 9:26 AM today is considered extremely auspicious. It is considered very auspicious to perform the puja during this specific time. Third *Muhurat* of Gangaur Puja: In the afternoon, *Abhijeet Muhurat* is available for Gangaur Puja, which will be from 12:04 pm to 12:52 pm. This *Muhurat* is also considered auspicious for performing the puja. Fourth *Muhurat*: During the evening twilight (*Sandhya*), the time from 6:32 PM to 7:43 PM is available as the fourth auspicious *Muhurat* for Gangaur Puja.
