Shravan Maas (Sawan mahina or Shravan month) is the 5th month in Marathi calendar of Maharashtra and some Konkan regions. In 2026, Shravan maas begins on August 13 and ends on September 11. Shravan month is the most favorite month for Lord Shiva. Shiv bhagwan drank Halahal and became Neelkanth during the Samudra Manthan (churning […]
Budhvar (Wednesdays) in Shravan month is dedicated to Lord Vittal (Vithala of Pandharpur). In 2026, Budh Pujan dates are: 12 August, 19 August, 26 August, 2 September and 9 September as per Marathi calendar. Vittal Pujan is observed on Wednesdays in Shravan Maas in Maharashtra and some parts of Karnataka (North Karnataka – Gulbarga, Bidar, […]
Brihaspati Puja (Guru graha Puja) is the main ritual performed on Shravan Guruvar (Thursday in Shravan month). In 2026, Shravan Guruvar Brihaspati Puja dates are: 30 July, 6 August, 13 August, 20 August, 27 August in North Indian calendars. Brihaspati Vrat 2026 dates in Marathi and Gujarati calendars are – 13 August, 20 August, 27 […]