Guru Pradosh 2026 in Chennai
गुरु प्रदोष · चेन्नई
By Rohiit Gupta, Chief Vedic Architect, Trikal Vaani
Guru Pradosh 2026 in Chennai (चेन्नई) falls on Thursday, 9 April 2026. Planetary ruler: Lord Shiva, Jupiter (Guru). Auspicious muhurat: Pradosh Kaal: 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM IST. Pradosh Vrat falling on Thursday. Combines Shiva and Jupiter energies. Visit famous Chennai temples like Kapaleeshwarar Temple and Parthasarathy Temple for darshan. Authentic Vedic guidance with Chennai-specific timings.
Significance of Guru Pradosh
Powerful for Pitru Dosha removal and ancestor blessings. Jupiter strengthens significantly.
🛕 Where to celebrate Guru Pradosh in Chennai
These temples in Chennai are especially powerful during Guru Pradosh:
- ●Kapaleeshwarar Temple
- ●Parthasarathy Temple
- ●Marundeeswarar Temple
✓ Do's
- ●Fast from sunrise
- ●Worship Shiva and Brihaspati
- ●Recite Guru Stotra
- ●Donate yellow items (turmeric, gold)
✗ Don'ts
- ●Do not break fast before Pradosh Kaal
- ●Avoid disrespecting Guru
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When is Guru Pradosh 2026 in Chennai?
Guru Pradosh 2026 is celebrated in Chennai on Thursday, 9 April 2026.
What is the Guru Pradosh muhurat in Chennai?
The Guru Pradosh muhurat in Chennai is Pradosh Kaal: 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM IST.
Which temples to visit on Guru Pradosh in Chennai?
Famous temples in Chennai: Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Parthasarathy Temple, Marundeeswarar Temple.
Who is the planetary ruler of Guru Pradosh?
The planetary ruler of Guru Pradosh is Lord Shiva, Jupiter (Guru).