Delhi Gauri Panchang — Tuesday, 23 December 2025

Shukla Tritiya is dedicated to Gauri, an aspect of Parvati, symbolizing marital harmony, prosperity, and auspiciousness. This tithi is highly favorable for marriage ceremonies, engagements, and seeking blessings for family well-being. It promotes stability and happiness in relationships. A significant traditional observance is the Gangaur festival, particularly in Rajasthan, where married women worship Gauri for their husbands' long lives and unmarried women pray for suitable spouses.

Shukla Tritiya, dedicated to Goddess Gauri, is observed for marital bliss, progeny, and well-being. Women often perform Gauri Vrat, applying kumkum and offering red flowers to the deity. It is auspicious to begin ceremonies like engagements or to purchase jewelry. Avoid harsh words, conflicts, or starting long journeys. Refrain from consuming onion, garlic, or non-vegetarian food. The traditional mantra is 'Om Gaurya Namaha' or 'Om Hreem Kleem Shreem Gauri Devyai Namaha'. For Dana, offering 'suhaag samagri' (sindhoor, bangles, bindi) to married women or red clothes to Brahmins is considered highly meritorious, ensuring harmony and prosperity.

Tuesday is ruled by Mangala (Mars), embodying energy, courage, and assertiveness. Its character is fiery, dynamic, and protective, influencing physical prowess and property matters. This day is auspicious for activities requiring strength, resolving conflicts, and matters related to land or engineering. It is generally favorable for surgical procedures or competitive endeavors. Devotees often recite the Hanuman Chalisa and worship Lord Hanuman to mitigate Mars' challenging influences and gain strength, courage, and protection from adversities. Fasting is also observed for overcoming obstacles.