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When is Sawan starting in 2025? Check Shravan start and end dates, Sawan Somvaar & Shivratri, fasting rules, significance
When is Sawan starting in 2025? Check Shravan start and end dates, Sawan Somvaar & Shivratri, fasting rules, significance

Time of India

time6 days ago

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  • Time of India

When is Sawan starting in 2025? Check Shravan start and end dates, Sawan Somvaar & Shivratri, fasting rules, significance

Sawan, one of the most significant months in the Hindu calendar, will begin on July 11, 2025, and end on August 9, 2025, as per the Purnimanta calendar followed in northern Indian states. For states following the Amanta calendar, the month of Sawan will begin on July 25 and conclude on August 23, 2025. This month is dedicated to Lord Shiva, and devotees across India observe rituals, prayers, and fasting with devotion. The month holds deep spiritual meaning and is widely observed in temples and homes with pujas and offerings. Sawan 2025 Start and end dates: The start and end dates of Sawan differ based on the regional calendar system. The Purnimanta calendar followed in states like Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Chhattisgarh marks the beginning of Sawan from July 11 to August 9. Meanwhile, in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, and Goa—where the Amanta calendar is used—Sawan will be observed from July 25 to August 23, 2025. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Experience Luxury at Its Finest – ATS Dolce Gr. Noida ATS Infrastructure Ltd Learn More Importance of Sawan month in Hindu tradition Sawan, also known as Shravan Maas, is considered the holiest month in Hinduism. Devotees of Lord Shiva offer special prayers and perform rituals during this time. According to tradition, 'To end their agony, they worship to Shiva lingam with Panchamrit and Ganga Jal.' Prayers are also offered to Goddess Parvati during this month. The rituals are seen as a means of attaining peace, prosperity, and divine blessings. Live Events Sawan fasting rules Many devotees observe fasts on all Mondays during Sawan, known as Sawan Somwar. Some observe partial fasts by eating only fruits, milk, and vrat-friendly food. Others take only one meal in the evening. Grains, salt, garlic, onion, and processed food are usually avoided. Drinking water should be taken only after offering prayers. Devotees spend the day chanting Shiva mantras and visiting temples. Puja rituals observed during Sawan Devotees begin the day by taking a holy bath and cleaning the house and puja area. An idol of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati is placed on a wooden board. A diya lit with desi ghee is offered, and Vedic mantras are chanted to invoke the divine presence. 'The Shravan Maas Katha and Shiva Chalisa are recited by devotees.' Offerings are made to the Shivlingam with Panchamrit—a mixture of milk, curd, honey, sugar powder, and ghee. Later, devotees offer water again and decorate the Shivlingam with flowers, Bilva Patra, and white sweets. Itra, chandan, and akshat are also part of the offering. Mantra for chanting in Sawan Devotees recite powerful Shiva mantras, especially during the Sawan Somwar fasts. The most commonly recited mantras include: 'Om Namah Shivaye..!!' 'Om Trayambhakam Jayamahe Sugandhim Pushti Vardhanam Urvarukmiv Bandhanan Mrityor Mukshiya Ma Mritat..!!'

Sawan 2025: Dates, Significance, and all you need to know
Sawan 2025: Dates, Significance, and all you need to know

India Today

time03-07-2025

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Sawan 2025: Dates, Significance, and all you need to know

The holy month of Sawan, also known as Shravan, is considered one of the most auspicious periods in the Hindu calendar. It is especially dedicated to Lord Shiva, and devotees across India observe fasting and prayers every Monday, known as Somwar Vrat. However, due to different lunar calendar systems, the dates for Sawan vary across 2025 DATES AS PER REGIONAL CALENDARSIn 2025, the dates for the beginning and end of Sawan depend on the calendar system followed in different parts of India (Purnimanta calendar)Sawan begins on July 11, 2025 (Friday) and ends on August 8, 2025 (Friday).This calendar is followed in states like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, and Madhya and Western India (Amanta calendar)Sawan starts on July 25, 2025 (Friday) and ends on August 22, 2025 (Friday).This calendar is followed in Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and and some Himalayan regions (solar calendar)Sawan begins on July 16, 2025, and ends on August 15, 2025, following a different solar-based regional VRAT DATES IN SAWAN 2025These are the Mondays observed as Somwar Vrat across different calendar systems:advertisementNorth India (Purnimanta system)1st Somwar – July 14, 20252nd Somwar – July 21, 20253rd Somwar – July 28, 20254th Somwar – August 4, 2025South and West India (Amanta system)1st Somwar – July 28, 20252nd Somwar – August 4, 20253rd Somwar – August 11, 20254th Somwar – August 18, 2025Nepal and Solar Calendar Followers1st Somwar – July 21, 20252nd Somwar – July 28, 20253rd Somwar – August 4, 20254th Somwar – August 11, 2025WHY DO THE DATES VARY ACROSS REGIONS?The primary reason for the difference in dates is the use of two lunar calendar systemsThe Purnimanta calendar, used in the North, starts the month from the day after a full Amanta calendar, followed in the South and West, starts the month from the day after a new a result, Sawan begins approximately 15 days earlier in North India compared to the SIGNIFICANCE OF SAWAN AND SOMWAR VRATThe month of Sawan is believed to be especially dear to Lord Shiva. Fasting on Mondays, performing Rudrabhishek (sacred bathing of Shiva Lingam), chanting Shiva mantras, and visiting temples are key unmarried women also observe Somwar Vrats during this month, seeking blessings for a good life partner, while others do it for health, prosperity, and spiritual RITUALS AND PRACTICESadvertisementFasting: Devotees usually consume only fruits, milk, or light vegetarian food without Offerings of water, milk, honey, and bel patra to Lord Yatra: Pilgrims carry Ganga water to offer at Shiva and prayers: Special chants and devotional songs are sung throughout the matter which regional calendar you follow, the spirit of devotion during Sawan remains the same. It is a time for inner cleansing, devotion, and surrender to Lord Shiva. Make note of your region's Somwar dates and observe the vrats with sincerity for divine blessings.- Ends

Sawan 2025: Start & end dates, significance, fasting rituals, and key details
Sawan 2025: Start & end dates, significance, fasting rituals, and key details

Time of India

time30-06-2025

  • General
  • Time of India

Sawan 2025: Start & end dates, significance, fasting rituals, and key details

In the Hindu calendar, the month of Shravan, also called Sawan, carries deep spiritual significance, particularly for followers of Lord Shiva. This holy month is observed with fasting, prayers, and rituals, especially on Mondays, which are celebrated as Shravan Somwar or Sawan Somwar Vrat . In 2025, the timing of Sawan will vary across regions due to differences in lunar calendars—Purnimanta followed in North India and Amanta used in South and Western India. Sawan Fasting Rituals and Their Importance During the month of Sawan, devotees fast on Mondays to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva. Many also observe the Solah Somwar Vrat, which involves fasting for sixteen consecutive Mondays. Tuesdays are dedicated to Goddess Parvati and are marked by the observance of Mangal Gauri Vrat. Key occasions during this sacred month include Sawan Shivratri and Hariyali Amavasya. While the start and end dates of Sawan differ across regions due to various calendar systems, the spirit of devotion remains consistent, united in honor of Lord Shiva. Sawan 2025 Dates for North India In states such as Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Chhattisgarh, Bihar, and Jharkhand, the month of Sawan will be observed from July 11, 2025 (Friday) to August 9, 2025 (Saturday). These dates follow the Purnimanta lunar calendar. The Sawan Somwar fasting days are as follows: Event Date First Sawan Somwar July 14, 2025 Second Sawan Somwar July 21, 2025 Third Sawan Somwar July 28, 2025 Fourth Sawan Somwar August 4, 2025 Sawan Somwar Dates in South and Western India In states like Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Goa, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu, the Amanta lunar calendar is followed. According to this system, the month of Sawan will begin on July 25, 2025, and conclude on August 23, 2025. The dates for observing Shravan Somwar Vrat in these regions are: Live Events Event Date First Somwar July 28, 2025 Second Somwar August 4, 2025 Third Somwar August 11, 2025 Fourth Somwar August 18, 2025 Sawan Dates in Nepal and Himalayan Regions In Nepal and certain areas of Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh, the month of Sawan is observed according to the Solar Calendar. For these regions, Sawan will begin on July 16, 2025, and conclude on August 16, 2025. The Shravan Somwar fasting dates are as follows: Event Date First Somwar July 28, 2025 Second Somwar August 4, 2025 Third Somwar August 11, 2025 Fourth Somwar August 18, 2025

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