With the onset of summer in May, it's imperative to mark our calendars for the various festivals and fasts that adorn the period. Here's a comprehensive list of the upcoming festivities:
Hindu Festivals Calendar in May 2024:
May 4: Varuthini Ekadashi: Devotees of Lord Vishnu will observe this fast, as Ekadashi occurs twice a month.
May 4: Vallabha Acharya Jayanti: Celebrated on the birth anniversary of Mahaprabhu Vallabhacharya.
May 8: Rabindra Jayanti: Commemorating the birth anniversary of the eminent poet, philosopher, and songwriter, Rabindranath Tagore.
May 8: Vaishakha Amavasya: This year's Amavasya falls on May 8.
May 10: Akshaya Tritiya: Devotees worship Lord Vishnu on this auspicious day.
May 11: Vinayaka Chaturthi: Lord Ganesha is worshipped on this day.
May 12: Adiguru Shankaracharya Jayanti: Celebrating the birth anniversary of philosopher Adi Shankara.
May 13: Skanda Shashti: Also known as Kanda Shashti, devotees worship Goddess Skanda.
May 16: Sita Navami: The auspicious occasion of Goddess Sita's birth anniversary.
May 19: Mohini Ekadashi: The second Ekadashi of the month, observed by devotees.
May 20: Pradosh Vrat: Devotees seek blessings from Lord Shiva on this day.
May 21: Narasimha Jayanti: Observing the birth anniversary of Lord Vishnu's fourth incarnation, Narasimha.
May 23: Kurma Jayanti: Celebrating the birth anniversary of Lord Vishnu, special prayers are organized in Vishnu temples across the country.
May 23: Buddha Purnima: The birth anniversary of Gautama Buddha, observed as one of the most important festivals in the Buddhist community.
May 23: Vaishakha Purnima Vrat: Observing the Purnima Vrat on this day.
May 30: Kalashtami: Observed on the Ashtami Tithi of Krishna Paksha of every month.
As we prepare to embrace the month of May, let's ensure to mark these significant dates to partake in the celebrations and honor the traditions and beliefs that enrich our culture.
