Maha Maha Vaaruni Yoga
festivalsAlso known as: Maha Maha Vaaruni Yoga
Quick Overview
- Date in 2026
- Monday, March 16, 2026
- Tithi
- Chaitra Krishna Trayodashi (Purnimanta)
- Tithi begins / ends
- 09:41 AM, Mar 16 to 09:24 AM, Mar 17
- Lunar month
- Chaitra · Krishna Paksha
- Also on this tithi
- Maha Vaaruni Yoga, Vaaruni yoga
Maha Maha Vaaruni Yoga
Monday, March 16, 2026
Lunar Month: Chaitra
Maha Maha Vaaruni Yoga at a Glance
Maha Maha Vaaruni Yoga is fixed by the lunar calendar to Chaitra Krishna Trayodashi, the 13th tithi of the waning (Krishna) fortnight of Chaitra (Phalguna Krishna Trayodashi in the Amanta calendar).
- Tithi rule
- Chaitra Krishna Trayodashi (Purnimanta)Krishna TrayodashiChaitra month
- Tithi swami and group
- Kamadeva · Jaya Tithi
- Also on this tithi
- Maha Vaaruni YogaVaaruni yoga
Panchanga on This Day
Maha Maha Vaaruni Yoga · Mar 16, 2026
About Maha Maha Vaaruni Yoga
Maha Vaaruni Yoga is a rare and highly auspicious astrological conjunction recorded in the Hindu Panchang. It occurs when Saturday (Shani-var) aligns with specific lunar mansions and yogic conditions associated with Lord Varuna and the cosmic waters, magnifying the spiritual merit of all actions performed on that day.
This yoga is considered especially favorable for propitiating Lord Shani, performing charitable acts, and taking holy baths. Scriptures say that a righteous deed done during Maha Vaaruni Yoga yields results many times greater than usual.
Because the yoga connects to the water element and the planet Saturn, traditional observances include donating water-related items, feeding the poor, and pacifying Saturn through Tula Dan and mantra recitation.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
The day is observed by intensifying charity, worship, and spiritual discipline under the influence of this rare yoga.
- Wake before sunrise and take a purifying bath, preferably in a river, lake, or with Ganga water at home.
- Worship Lord Shani with sesame oil, blue flowers, and the Shani Stotra; light a mustard-oil lamp under a peepal tree if possible.
- Perform Tula Dan or donate sesame seeds, black blankets, iron items, oil, and urad dal to the needy or to a temple.
- Recite the Dasharatha Shani Stotra, Hanuman Chalisa, and Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra.
- Maintain celibacy, speak truthfully, and avoid anger and disputes throughout the day.
Maha Maha Vaaruni Yoga: Frequently Asked Questions
Chaitra Krishna Trayodashi (Phalguna Krishna Trayodashi in the Amanta calendar); its swami is Kamadeva, a Jaya Tithi.
Krishna Trayodashi: 09:41 AM, Mon, Mar 16, 2026 to 09:24 AM, Tue, Mar 17, 2026 (IST).
Chaitra Krishna Trayodashi: 04:27 AM, Sun, Apr 4, 2027 to 05:24 AM, Mon, Apr 5, 2027 (IST).
Maha Vaaruni Yoga and Vaaruni yoga, also on Chaitra Krishna Trayodashi.
It depends on intricate planetary combinations and may occur only a few times in a year.
Yes, but the emphasis is on spiritual and charitable acts to maximize auspicious results.
Festivals in the Same Lunar Month
Chaitra
Note: times are shown with their date; a Panchang day runs from sunrise to sunrise.
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