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 […]
Shravan maas (Sawan month or Shravani mahina) is 10th month in traditional Gujarati panchang followed in Gujarat. In 2026, Shravan maas begins on begins on August 13 and ends on September 11. Shravan month is dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Lakshmi in Gujarati calendar. Sud Paksh in Gujarati Shravan maas 2026 starts on 13 […]
Shravan Purnima or Shravana Pournami, the Poornima day in Shravan month (July – August), is one of the most auspicious days as per Hinduism. Many auspicious pujas and rituals are observed during Sravana Purnima. In 2026, Shravan Purnima date is August 28. On the day of Shravan Purnima, Raksha bandhan is celebrated as a fond […]
What is Shravan Maas Mahatmya, the importance of Shravan Mahina? Sawan month or Shravan maas is the fifth Hindu month. As per the Hindu scriptures and Vedas, Shravan maas is considered as highly auspicious month. In Vedas, Sawan month is described as ‘Nabhas’. Shravan Purnima (the full moon day in Shravana masam) coincides with with […]
Shravan Amavasya is the No Moon day in Shravan month. Shravan Amavasya is observed as Pithori Amavasya in North India and Polala Amavasya in Andhra Pradesh. In 2026, Shravan Amavasya date is August 12 in North Indian Hindi calendars and where it is on September 11 as per Marathi, Kannada, Gujarati, and Telugu calendars. Pola […]
Shravan Somwar Vrat, also spelt as Sawan Somvar Vrat, is highly auspicious vrat observed on Mondays during Shravan Maas in North India, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Karnataka. Shravan Somwar Vrat 2026 dates in North Indian Hindi panchang are: 3 August, 10 August, 17 August, 24 August. In Marathi, Kannada, Gujarati, and Telugu Panchangam Shravana Somvar […]
Shravan month is the second month in Chaturmas, four holy months in Hinduism. Shravan month is considered as most auspicious month for the Hindus in Goa and Konkan regions. In 2026, Shravan Maas begins on August 13 and ends on September 11. People follow all the rules or codes of Shravan month and observe Shravan […]
Narali Purnima (Narial Pournami) is regional festival of Maharashtra. Narali Purnima is observed on Shravan Purnima, the Full moon day in Sawan month. In 2026, Nariyal Poornima date is August 28. Narial Purnima is a traditional festival observed mainly in Coastal Maharashtra. Narali Pournami festival marks the Thanksgiving Day to Sea God. Fishermen and fishing […]
Kajari Navami is observed in Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Uttar Pradesh in Shravan Month. In 2026, Kajari Navami date is August 22. It falls on Shukla Paksha Navami in Sawan Maas as per Hindi calendars followed in above regions. Kajari Navami marks the beginning of Kajari Purnima celebrations. Pooja room is cleaned and sanctified with […]
Sawan Somvar Vrat (Shravan Somvar Vrata) is an observance dedicated to Lord Shiva during the month of Shravan (July – August). Shravan Somwar Vrat 2025 dates in North Indian Hindi panchang are: July 14, July 21, July 28 and August 4. In Marathi, Kannada, Gujarati, and Telugu Panchangam Shravana Somvar vrat 2025 dates are: July 28, […]
Damodara Dwadashi is an auspicious day dedicated to Lord Vishnu and observed on 12th day in Shukla Paksha (bright half) of Shravan month as per all lunar calendars of India. In 2026, Damodara Dwadashi date is August 24. Devotees those who observe fasting or upvas on Ekadashi (Putrada Ekadashi) would break their fast on this […]
Things to Do During Shravan Maas Shravan, the fifth month of the Hindu calendar, is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Devotees believe this auspicious time brings blessings, prosperity, and spiritual growth. It’s a period for reflection, self-discipline, and deepening their connection with Lord Shiva through fasting and spiritual practices. Shravan offers a chance for self-improvement and […]
Ker Puja is an important tribal festival celebrated during Shravan month in Tripura. Usually, Kerpuja begins two weeks after Kharchi Puja. In 2022, Kher Puja date is July 23. Ker Puja is performed by Tripura’s royal family within their place. It is performed for the welfare, integration, and prosperity of the state. Goddess Ker is […]
On 22 July 2024, Shravan Maas begins in North Indian Hindi Panchang. Shravan mas, also known as Sawan maas or Shravan mahina, is the fifth month in traditional Hindi panchang followed in North India. Shravan mas begins today i.e. 22 July 2024. Hindi calendars follow Purnimant Panchanga system as per which a Hindu month ends […]
Sawan Somvar Vrat Shiva Puja procedure during Shravan Somvar. Shravan Somvar Vrat Puja Vidhi, how to do Shravan Somavara Vratham? Here is the detailed guide for Sawan Somvar Vrat Shiva Puja procedure. Sawan Somvar Vrat or Shravan somvar vrat is dedicated to Lord Shiva, observed on Mondays in Sawan mahina. Devout Hindus perform Shiva puja during […]
Kharchi Puja or Kharchi Festival is a week-long tribal festival celebrated in Ashada month. Kharchi Puja 2010 began on July 21 in Chaturdasha Devata Temple in Agartala, Tripura. It is the unique cultural festival of tribals in Tripura. Two weeks after the Kharchi Festival, Ker Puja is celebrated in Tripura. Pinaki Das wrote for ANI […]