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Anang Vrat 2024 date

Anang Vrat is observed on the 13th day of the waxing phase of moon in Chaitra month – Chaitra Shukla Paksha Trayodashi in Maharashtra. Anang Vrat 2024 date is April 21. The vrat is dedicated to Hindu God Shiva.

In some regions, Shiva, Kamdev and Rati are worshipped on the day. The popular belief is that Kamdev who was burned down by Shiva for disturbing his penance after Sati’s death was given back his life after Rati performed intense austerities. Shiva was pleased with Rati’s devotion.

Anang Vrat is observed for a year by some people – on all the 13th day of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase of the moon) in a month. It is believed that observing Anang Vrat will help in attaining prosperity, health, wealth and good fortune. The importance of vrat is mentioned in the Garuda Purana.