As the month of “Vaishakha” in the Hindu calendar continues, we are on the verge of entering the auspicious month of Jyeshtha. Starting from May 24th and lasting until June 23rd, Jyeshtha month brings with it several important fasts and festivals. Let’s explore which fasts and festivals will be observed during Jyeshtha month.
Significance of Jyeshtha Month
In Hinduism, this month holds immense significance. It is during this month that Lord Hanuman met Lord Rama. The entire month is dedicated to worshipping Lord Surya (Sun) and Goddess Lakshmi. Mars (Mangal) rules over Jyeshtha, making it one of Lord Vishnu’s favorite months.
List of Fasts and Festivals
- May 24th: Beginning of Jyeshtha month and Narada Jayanti
- May 25th: Sankashti Chaturthi
- May 28th: Bada Mangal
- May 29th: Start of Panchak
- June 2nd: Apara Ekadashi Vrat
- June 4th: Monthly Shivaratri and Pradosh Vrat
- June 6th: Amavasya, Vat Savitri Vrat, and Shani Jayanti
- June 9th: Maharana Pratap Jayanti
- June 10th: Vinayaka Chaturthi
- June 14th: Dhoomavati Jayanti 1
- June 15th: Mithuna Sankranti and Mahesh Navami
- June 16th: Ganga Dussehra
- June 17th: Gayatri Jayanti
- June 18th: Nirjala Ekadashi
- June 19th: Dusra Pradosh Vrat
- June 22nd: Purnima, Vat Purnima, and Kabir Das Jayanti
As we enter the month of Jyeshtha, let us prepare to observe these auspicious days with devotion and reverence.