Jivitputrika Vrat (Jitiya) — mothers do strict nirjala-vrat for childrens longevity. Ashwin Krishna Ashtami. 2026: 15 September (Tuesday). 24-hour nirjala.
✦ Jitiya 2026
Ashtami begins: 14 Sep 8 PM. Ends: 15 Sep 7 PM.
Nahay-khay: 14 Sep one-time sattvic.
Main vrat: 15 Sep 24-hour nirjala.
Jimutavahan katha. Paran: 16 Sep sunrise after.
📚Sources & References
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- ▪Surya Siddhanta — classical Sanskrit astronomical text (~5th century CE)
- ▪Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra — foundational text on Vedic astrology by Maharishi Parashara
- ▪Muhurta Chintamani by Ram Daivajna (16th century) — standard reference for muhurat selection
- ▪Astronomical Algorithms by Jean Meeus (Willmann-Bell, 1998) — basis for all astronomical computations on this site
- ▪Lahiri Ayanamsa — standard sidereal reference adopted by the Indian Calendar Reform Committee (1955)
✦ Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Jimutavahan?▼
Gandharva prince. Sacrificed self to save naga children. His katha gives child longevity.
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