Vasubaras or Vasu Baaras marks the beginning of Diwali festival in Maharashtra. In 2025, Vasubaras date is October 17. It is celebrated as Vaag Baaras in Gujarat. This festival is celebrated in honor of cows. The thithi to celebrate Vasubaras is Krishna Paksha Dwadashi in Ashwin month. This day is also known as Govatsa Dwadasi […]
Diwali in Maharashtra
Govatsa Dwadashi 2025 | Nandini Vrat
Govatsa Dwadashi (Nandini Vrat) is observed on Krishna paksha Dwadashi in Kartik Month as per North Indian calendars. In 2025, Govatsa Dwadasi date is October 17. As per other calendars, this festival falls on Krishna Dwadasi day in Ashwin month. This fast observed by women for longer life of their sons. The legend and the […]
Karashtami Vrat, Bhaldevi Puja
Karashtami vrat marks the beginning of Diwali festivities in Maharashtra. In 2025, Karashtami date is October 13. It is observed on 8th day in Krishna Paksha of Ashwin Month as per Marathi Calendar (Kartik month in North India). Bhaldevi Puja is the main ritual on Karashtami. People prepare special sweet recipe ‘Khir’ and distribute it. […]
Diwali Rituals and Customs
Do you know that various interesting rituals and traditions are attached to the festival of diwali? This five day long festival is celebrated with lot of fun and excitement and people exchange gilts, sweets! The various rituals of diwali festival are mentioned below- have a look! The first day of diwali is popular with the […]