Sugathi Dwadashi Vrat is dedicated to Bhagavan Sri Krishna
and is observed for one year on all Shukla Paksha Dwadashi or 12th day during
the waxing phase of moon starting with the Shukla Paksha Dwadashi in Phalgun
month (February - March). Sugathi Dwadashi Vrat 2026 beginning date is February 28.
Information about Sugathi Dwadasi vrat is found in Hemadri (Vrat
Khand 1. 1081 – 1083) and Vishnudharmottara Purana (3- 215 - 4-22).
Those observing the Vrat perform upvaas or fasting on the
entire Dwadashi tithi. Special pujas are offered Bhagavan Sri Krishna and Krishna
mantras are chanted. The 108 names of Sri Krishna or Krishna Ashtottara
Shatanamavali is chanted on the day.
During the first four months Sri Krishna is worshipped. During
the next four months Keshava form of Krishna is worshipped. During the final
four months, the vrat is dedicated to Bhagavan Vishnu.
The popular belief is that a person performing the vrat for a year will attain Vishnuloka.