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Time of India
02-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Shrawan Mahotsav celeebrated at PU, MMC
Patna: City-based Magadh Mahila College (MMC) and the PG department of philosophy, Patna University, students celebrated Sawan Mahotsav with gaiety and enthusiasm here on Saturday. At the MMC, the campus came alive with colour, rhythm, and festive spirit as the celebrations included beautifully organised mehendi and dance competitions in which a large number of students participated. College principal N P Verma presided over the event. The results of both the mehendi and dance competitions were declared by the panel of judges, followed by loud cheers and celebration from the crowd. The event concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by the assistant general secretary, expressing gratitude to the participants, faculty, audience, and organising team for making the event a grand success. Meanwhile, the PG department of philosophy, Patna University, organised inter departmental mehendi competition on Saturday to celebrate Sawan Mahotsava. About 20 participants from different departments, Hindi, Sanskrit, English, Philosophy, Persian, Urdu participated in the event. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Friendship Day wishes , messages and quotes !
Time of India
02-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
PU, MMC students celebrate Shrawan Mahotsava
Patna: City-based Magadh Mahila College (MMC) and the PG department of philosophy, Patna University, students celebrated Sawan Mahotsav with gaiety and enthusiasm here on Saturday. At the MMC, the campus came alive with colour, rhythm, and festive spirit as the celebrations included beautifully organised mehendi and dance competitions in which a large number of students participated. College principal N P Verma presided over the event. The results of both the mehendi and dance competitions were declared by the panel of judges, followed by loud cheers and celebration from the crowd. The event concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by the assistant general ecretary, expressing gratitude to the participants, faculty, audience, and organising team for making the event a grand success. Meanwhile, the PG department of philosophy, Patna University, organised inter departmental mehendi competition on Saturday to celebrate Sawan Mahotsava. About 20 participants from different departments, Hindi, Sanskrit, English, Philosophy, Persian, Urdu participated in the event. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Friendship Day wishes , messages and quotes !
Time of India
26-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Time of India
Shrawan gets a modern makeover
1 2 Patna: Gone are the days when celebrating Shrawan for women meant simply wearing green clothes and bangles. Today, the festival has evolved into a vibrant affair with Shrawan Mahotsavas being organised by numerous clubs, societies and local organisations across the city. These celebrations are no longer limited to rituals. From Shrawan Queen contests and mehndi ceremonies to food stalls and quiz competitions, Shrawan Mahotsavas have become community festivals. Malls and markets have even started hosting Sawan Melas to cater to the growing enthusiasm around the season. Rajiv Nagar resident Aditi Mishra said she eagerly awaits this time of year. "No doubt, this is the time we offer prayers to Lord Shiva, but apart from prayers and fasting, what adds to the fun is Sawan Mahotsava. In our building, we organise one where everyone comes dressed in green, with mehndi on their palms. We have quizzes on the importance of this month in the Hindu calendar, and the winner gets a prize. These things also help our children connect to the culture," she said. Seema Singh of Shivpuri said the excitement was such that women go beyond green saris, wearing matching green watches, sandals, and accessories to win the Sawan Queen title. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Weather Tomorrow search Click Here Undo Ekta Kumari of Boring Road reflected on the changes over the years. "I remember two to three decades back, womenfolk would dress in green and wear green bangles. But now, with the mass spread of social media, Sawan Mahotsava has changed. Women take inspiration from social media posts and videos. With Pinterest, many of them create mood boards specifically for Sawan and draw inspiration from other green-themed boards," she said. She recalled how in her childhood, in her village in East Champaran, Shrawan celebrations involved inviting neighbours for Shiv Charcha, where green bangles were worn but a full green dress code was never a trend. Despite modern updates, one tradition remains central – green bangles. Women across religions wear them during Shrawan as a cultural symbol. "It has nothing to do with religion; rather, it is all about the culture and society we have grown up in. I have seen my mother wear green bangles in Shrawan and I do the same," said Afsana.
