Observing a Tuesday fast (Mangalwar Vrat) is considered highly auspicious for seeking the blessings of Lord Hanuman. It is believed to remove obstacles, grant strength, and bring success in life. However, to get the full benefits of this vrat, one must follow certain rules and rituals with devotion.

Rules to Follow on Tuesday Fasting

Wake Up Early and Maintain Purity

• Take a bath before sunrise and wear clean red or saffron clothes, as these colors are associated with Lord Hanuman and Mars (Mangal).
• Keep your thoughts pure and positive throughout the day.

Offer Prayers to Lord Hanuman

• Visit a Hanuman temple and recite the Hanuman Chalisa and Bajrang Baan.
• Offer red flowers, sindoor, jaggery, and chana (gram) to the deity.

Follow a Simple Sattvik Diet

• Avoid onion, garlic, non-vegetarian food, and alcohol on this day.
• Many devotees observe a fruit-based fast (Phalahar) or eat only roti, jaggery, and gram (chana).

Help the Needy and Feed Monkeys or Cows

• Donate food, clothes, or money to the poor to earn divine blessings.
• Feeding monkeys, cows, and birds on this day is believed to remove karmic obstacles.

Avoid Cutting Nails and Hair

• According to tradition, cutting nails, hair, or shaving on Tuesday reduces the positive effects of the fast.

Chant Hanuman Mantras

• Recite "Om Hanumate Namah" or "Om Angarakaya Namah" for strength and protection from negativity.

Benefits of Observing Mangalwar Vrat

✔ Removes financial and career-related hurdles.
✔ Helps in overcoming fear, negativity, and bad luck.
✔ Strengthens mental and physical health.
✔ Brings happiness, peace, and spiritual progress.