The Pradosh Vrat is observed on the Trayodashi Tithi of each month, and Lord Shiva is worshipped on this day. According to the calendar, the first Pradosh Vrat of March will be observed on March 1, 2026. This day is Sunday, and hence, it is named Ravi Pradosh Vrat. This fast is dedicated to Lord Shiva, and on this day, Shiva and Parvati are worshipped during the Pradosh period. It is said that during the Pradosh period, Lord Shiva is in a happy mood and thus never disappoints his devotees. Worshiping Shiva and Parvati with proper rituals on this day brings happiness to married life and increases prosperity in the home. The Vrat Katha must be read on this day, only then is the fast considered complete.

Ravi Pradosh Vrat Story
According to mythology, a widow Brahmin woman lived in a town, earning her living by begging. One day, while returning from her almsgiving, she saw two boys on the way and brought them home. When the boys grew up, the Brahmin woman took them to the ashram of Sage Shandilya. Sage Shandilya, using his spiritual powers, learned about the boys and said, "O Goddess! These two boys are the princes of the kingdom of Vidarbha. Their father has been deprived of his throne by the attack of the King of Gandharbha."

The Brahmin woman and the princes observed the Pradosh Vrat as per the rituals. Then, one day, the eldest prince met Anshumati, and they fell in love. Anshumati's father, with the prince's consent, arranged their marriage. The two princes then attacked Gandharbha and were victorious. It should be noted that Anshumati's father had helped the princes in this battle. Both princes regained their thrones, and the poor Brahmin woman was given a special place, ending all her suffering. The reason for regaining her kingdom was the Pradosh fast, which brought her wealth and prosperity.

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