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Magha month


Magha marks the January and February months and is one of the most optimistic times of the year. Sakat Chauth, Shattila Ekadashi, Vasant Panchmi, Ratha Saptami, Bhishma Ashtami, and Jaya Ekadashi are the prominent festivals of Magha month. 

Sakat Chauth:


Sakat Chauth- A glorious festivity devoted to Lord Ganesha

Sakat Chauth is a beautiful occasion dedicated to the commanding Lord Ganesha or Ganapati. Lord Ganesha is the supreme godhead in Hindu cosmology. He is cherished for his knowledge, proficiency and ability to remove obstacles from a ...View More

Shattila Ekadashi:


Shattila Ekadashi- Devoted to Lord Vishnu

Shattila Ekadashi is an auspicious occasion devoted to Lord Vishnu. The commanding Lord Vishnu brings immense stability and harmony to life. He is the protector and saviour of the universe. He shatters the darkness and invites supreme glory in life.

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Vasant Panchmi:


Vasant Panchmi- Devoted to the mighty divinity Saraswati

Vasant Panchmi is a glorious festival dedicated to the commanding goddess Saraswati. Goddess Saraswati is one of the supreme deities. She is the consort of Lord Brahma and harbinger of knowledge and peace. She is the goddess of profici...View More

Ratha Saptami:


Ratha Saptami- A glorious festival committed to Sun Lord

Ratha Saptami is a beautiful festival devoted to Lord Sun or Surya devata. Lord Sun is one of the most powerful deities in Hindu cosmology. He is revered for his supreme powers and glorious energies. Lord Sun is the source of life on t...View More

Bhishma Ashtami-:


Bhishma Ashtami- A divine day dedicated to Lord Bhishma

Bhishma Ashtami is a beautiful festival dedicated to Lord Bhishma. The mighty deity Bhishma has been a notable figure in the Mahabharata, the greatest epic of the Hindu cosmology. Bhishma is known for his bravery and mighty acts. He is ...View More

Jaya Ekadashi:


Jaya Ekadashi- Devoted to the commanding Lord Vishnu

Jaya Ekadashi is a special occasion dedicated to the mighty Lord Vishnu. The imperial Lord Vishnu is among the trinity of the mighty godheads, including Lord Shiva and Lord Brahma; He is deemed the guardian and the ultimate protector of th...View More