Indian Festivals

Chaitra Navratri signifies the start of the Indian or the Hindu new year i.e. the 1st day or Prathama tithi of the Chitra Sudi, every year. Navratri, the festival of nine nights is dedicated to Goddess Durga and her nine forms. The nine days have great religious significance as Goddess Durga, the divine mother, had destroyed the evil force (in …

सदियों पुरानी परंपरा जब मंदिरों से निकल गाँव में जुटते हैं ‘भगवान’, लगती है देव सभा: जानें – ओडिशा के ‘पंचू डोला मेला’ का इतिहास पंचू डोला मेला करीब 4 शताब्दियों से मनाया जाता है। यह क्षेत्र की स्थाई सांस्कृतिक परंपराओं में से एक बन गया है। हजारों भक्तों और मेहमानों के आकर्षण का केन्द्र लोगों की गहरी आस्था का …

Tulip Festival: Spring brings in the time of blossoming tulips in the valley, as the landscape soften and flourish after the cold winter. Asia s largest tulip garden called Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden, Siraj Bagh Cheshmashahi Srinagar, in the foothills of Zabarwan range with an overview of Dal Lake presents a soothing view to the eyes. Particulars: Details: Kashmir …

Jwalamukhi Temple Festival celebrates one of India’s most mystical and powerful shrines dedicated to Goddess Jwalamukhi, a manifestation of Divine Shakti (Durga). Located in Jawalamukhi town, Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, this temple is famous for its natural eternal flames that are worshipped as the living presence of the goddess. It is a major pilgrimage site and cultural celebration for …

Cheti Chand: Birthday of water god (Varun Devta) Sai Uderolal or Jhulelal is called Cheti Chand and this day also corresponds to Guru Nanak’s birthday. Varun Dev as Sai Uderolal or Jhulelal has incarnated to protect Sindhis. Cheti Chand: New Year for Sindhi Hindus 2026: 19 or 20 March, 2026 [Thursday / Friday] 2027: 08 April, 2027 [Thursday] 2028: 27 …

Thirunakkara Arattu Utsavam: Kerala has always been quoted God’s own country; its lush green surroundings give a cool and soothing sight to everyone. There is harmony among all the communities of the state. Its rich culture and heritage is a pleasure. Thirunakkara Arattu Utsavam: Date 2026: 23 March, 2026 [Monday] 2027: Kerala is the land of high festivities and cheer. …

Meena Sankranti is an important Hindu festival observed on the auspicious occasion of the transition of sun from Pisces to Aries. Known as Meena Sankramanam in South India. Celebrating a Sankranti is often marked with the donation of various things. According to specific personal needs they people celebrate the event at the onset of every month. Some Indian states like …

Nav Chandi Fair, which is also known as Nauchandi Fair, is celebrated in Meerut city in Uttar Pradesh. It is also known to have great historical importance. Primarily regarded as an exclusive festival meant for cattle traders, it is attended by numerous people along with their cattle reflecting a colorful atmosphere. Meerut Nauchandi Mela Date: 2026 नौचंदी मेले का उद्घाटन …

Ugadi or Gudi Padwa marks the beginning of New Year in Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh and parts of Karnataka. Gudi Padwa: Date This festival is known as Gudi Padwa in Maharashtra and Ugadi in Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. It has become a custom to hold Kavi Sammelans (Poetry recitals) on this day. This festival is considered one of the foremost auspicious …

Dadu Dayal Jayanti is celebrated in honor of Dadu Dayal, a religious reformer from Rajasthan who was born in Ahmedabad in 1544. Though hailing from the lower rungs of society similar to Kabir, he was influential in creating a greater impact upon the society. Fostered by Lodhi Ram after he found Dayal floating in River Sabarmati, he went onto emerge …