Madhooka Tritiya Vrata (Madhuka Triteeya Vratham) is an auspicious vrata dedicated to Goddess Parvati. It is observed on Shukla Paksha Tritiya in Phalguna Month.
Unmarried girls observe Madhuka Tritiya Vrata to get good husband. In some areas, married women also observe this Vrata for marital bliss and long life of their husband.
On this day, Goddess Parvati is propitiated under Madhuka Tree (Bassia Latifolia – Madhuca longifolia). Parvati Mata is offered Shodashopachara Puja and special recipes. Some devotees observe fasting on this day till the moonrises.