The Hariyali Teej fast is considered very special for married women, and on this day, items associated with traditional adornment (*shringar*) are offered to Goddess Parvati.

On this day, women worship Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, praying for enduring marital bliss, a happy married life, and the well-being of their families. It is customary to offer items symbolizing marital bliss—such as bangles, vermilion (*sindoor*), henna (*mehndi*), *bindi*, *kajal* (kohl), and other adornment accessories—during the worship.

Women also adorn themselves in the traditional *Solah Shringar* (sixteen forms of adornment) on this day. A common question arises: after performing the Hariyali Teej rituals, what should be done with the worship materials—specifically the adornment items offered to the Goddess? Let us provide the correct answer.

What should be done with the marital adornment items after the worship?
According to religious beliefs, the items symbolizing marital bliss that are offered to Goddess Parvati are considered extremely auspicious. After the worship, they should be preserved respectfully and used personally.

The vermilion (*sindoor*) offered to the Goddess is considered the most auspicious. Do not leave it lying around carelessly; instead, use it. You may also gift these items to another married woman, provided she will actually use them.

What should be done with the bangles offered to Goddess Parvati?
Bangles hold special significance in the Hariyali Teej worship. After the ritual, preserve the green bangles and use them. You can keep them safe and wear them one by one alongside your other bangles. You may also distribute pairs of the offered bangles as *Prasad* (sanctified offering) to other married women. If a bangle accidentally breaks, do not throw it in the trash; instead, place it near a tree.

Utilizing the vermilion and henna offered to Goddess Parvati
Vermilion is considered a vital symbol of marital bliss. After the Hariyali Teej worship, mix the vermilion offered to Goddess Parvati with your own vermilion as *Prasad* and use it over an extended period. Take a small amount of the vermilion (sindoor) from it and distribute it as *prasad* (sacred offering) to close relatives or other married women.

Similarly, applying *mehndi* (henna) on Hariyali Teej is considered auspicious and is associated with good fortune and marital bliss. *Mehndi* is also offered to Goddess Parvati during the worship. After the ritual, keep the remaining *mehndi* in a clean place and use it yourself.

After the Hariyali Teej worship, the items associated with marital bliss (*suhag* materials) should be used respectfully; one must never discard them in the trash or during the immersion process.

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