Kaamaakshi amman
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This is regarding an important austerity - Kaaradayaan nOnbu on March 14, 2026. Those observing this vrata must fast throughout the day on March 14, 2026 (and if a total fast is not possible, avoid onion, garlic, and outside food, and try to take simple tiffin items or rice porridge made in a ritually pure manner at home throughout the day, and then do the pooja around 1:08 a.m. IST on March 15, 2026 (India time).
This is to be observed between 12:50 a.m.. IST and 1:15 a.m. IST on March 15, 2026 by those in India (highly auspicious to tie the nonbu charadu - the sanctified thread of the pooja - at 1:08 a.m. IST - the exact time of Meena Sankraanthi). Others living around the world must observe the vratam at the time corresponding to the above given time(i.e. between 12:50 a.m. and 1:15 a.m. IST, on March 15, 2026 per India time, what would be your local time at your place; observe the vrata at that time). This is because, this is one vrata that is to be observed at the time when Sun is about to leave sidereal Aquarius and enters sidereal Pisces (the vrata should begin at the time when Sun is still in sidereal Aquarius). So, it is to be observed at the same moment throughout the world (so the times will be different based on the local time zone - still it is at the same instant everywhere unlike other festivals that will be celebrated on different times based on local astronomical variables).
It is an auspicious day for women to pray for the welfare and longevity of their husbands. It is by the power of this observance that the legendary Saavitri got the spiritual power to win back the life of Satyaavaan - her husband who was cursed with a short life. May our women members observe the austerity as per their family traditions for the welfare of their husbands.
It is customary for ladies to offer Mangala Gowri pooja and then tie the Holy Pooja thread on self praying for husband's longevity, and for happy marital life. The offering is "kaara adai" (a special flour delicacy made with rice flour, jaggery, and kaaraamani - a red colour dried bean), and fresh butter; women pray saying "I am offering this kaara adai and unmelted butter to Thee; please ensure that my husband never separates from me," and then tie the Holy thread on their selves.
Unmarried women can also observe this vrata praying for the boon of good marital life and speedy settlement of marriage with a good spouse.
Unmarried women can also observe this vrata praying for the boon of good marital life and speedy settlement of marriage with a good spouse.
Blessed be.
Pandit R.DAKSHINAMOORTHI.
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