Jyeshtha Amavasya / Shani Jayanti / Vat Savitri Vrat
16 May 2026
🪐 Quick Info
Shani Jayanti — birthday of Shani Dev. Worship for removing obstacles and Saturn's malefic effects.
About this festival
New moon day, Saturn's birthday, women's vow for husband's longevity
✨ Key Significance
- Banyan tree worship
- ritual fasting
- prayers
🙏 How to Observe
- Begin the day with sankalp and short prayer.
- Include: Banyan tree worship.
- Include: ritual fasting.
- Include: prayers.
- Conclude with gratitude, prasad, and positive resolve.
May Guidance
Tapasya, devotion, and balanced living in warmer season.
- Hydration and mindful fasting
- Scripture listening and bhajan
- Support community and pilgrims