Vaikuntha Chaturdashi, a profoundly auspicious day, coincides with Kartik Purnima, making it an exceptionally significant religious and spiritual observance in Hinduism. Revered as ‘Hari Har Milan,’ this day is dedicated to the combined worship of Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu. Falling on the Chaturdashi Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the sacred month of Kartik, Vaikuntha Chaturdashi is celebrated this year on November 4, 2025.
Vaikuntha Chaturdashi 2025: Date and Timings
The observance of Vaikuntha Chaturdashi in 2025 will be according to the following auspicious timings:
- Chaturdashi Tithi Begins: November 4, 2025, at 02:05 AM
- Chaturdashi Tithi Ends: November 4, 2025, at 10:36 PM
- Vaikuntha Chaturdashi Nishitakal (Midnight Puja Time): November 5, 2025, from 11:39 PM to 12:31 AM
Vaikuntha Chaturdashi 2025: Significance
This day holds immense religious and spiritual importance for Hindus, being entirely dedicated to the veneration of both Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu. It marks a unique confluence, coinciding with Kartik Purnima, when Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva are believed to meet. In the sacred city of Ujjain, this celebration is famously known as Hari Har Milan, where the idol of Lord Shiva is ceremoniously transported from the Mahakaleshwar Temple to the Gopal Temple, observed with grand festivities and reverence.
The spiritual union of these two supreme deities is highly symbolic in Hinduism. On Vaikuntha Chaturdashi, after emerging from his cosmic slumber in Ksheer Sagar, Lord Vishnu is once again entrusted by Lord Shiva with the vital responsibilities of governing the universe. Devotees who observe a fast and perform puja with unwavering purity and devotion on this propitious day are believed to attain profound happiness and prosperity in their lives. The Panchang (Hindu calendar) prescribes offering prayers to Lord Vishnu specifically during the Nishitha Kaal (midnight period). Furthermore, presenting thousands of lotus flowers and reciting the Vishnu Sahasranama (thousand names of Lord Vishnu) are considered exceptionally meritorious acts on this sacred occasion.
How to Please Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu on Vaikuntha Chaturdashi?
Given the unique nature of Hari Har Milan, devotees are encouraged to make special offerings. On this auspicious day, it is recommended to offer bel patra (bilva leaves) to Lord Vishnu and tulsi leaves (holy basil) to Lord Shiva. This practice is particularly significant because Vaikuntha Chaturdashi is the only day during the Chaturdashi Tithi of Kartik Month when such offerings are permitted; ordinarily, offering Tulsi Patra to Lord Shiva and Bel Patra to Lord Vishnu is strictly prohibited.
Vaikuntha Chaturdashi 2025: Puja Rituals
To observe Vaikuntha Chaturdashi, follow these sacred rituals:
- Wake up early, purify your home, and meticulously clean the puja (worship) area.
- Visit a temple to perform puja for both Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu, and take a purifying holy bath.
- Perform the puja with utmost devotion, seeking the blessings of both Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva on this sacred day.
- Light a diya (oil lamp) with pure desi ghee and offer garlands of lotus flowers.
- Illuminate the temple with 14 diyas and perform deep daan (offering of lamps).
- To invoke Lord Shiva’s blessings, recite the Panchakshari Mantra and the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra.
- To receive Lord Vishnu’s blessings, chant the Maha Mantra and the Vishnu Sahasranama.
- Taking a holy dip in the sacred Ganga river on this day is considered highly meritorious.
- Offer food, clothing, and other essential items to Brahmins.
Sacred Mantras for Vaikuntha Chaturdashi
Devotees can chant the following powerful mantras to seek divine blessings:
- Om Namah Shivaye..!!
- Om Namo Bhagvate Vasudevaya..!!
- Om Tryambhakam Yajamahe Sugandhim Pushti Vardhanam Urdhvarukamiva Bandhanan Mrityormukshiya Maamritat..!!