Shrawane Sankranti
NepaliAlso known as: Shravan Sankranti
Shrawane Sankranti
About Shrawane Sankranti
Shrawane Sankranti marks the sun's entry into the zodiac sign of Cancer (Karkataka) in the Nepali calendar, falling in mid-July.
It marks the beginning of the month of Shravan, considered one of the holiest months in the Hindu calendar.
Devotees take holy dips in rivers and perform special pujas. The month is dedicated to Lord Shiva worship.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
Devotees take holy baths and observe spiritual practices for the solar transition.
- Take a ritual bath before sunrise.
- Offer prayers to the Sun God and Lord Shiva.
- Begin the holy month of Shravan with devotion.
- Share festive meals with family.
Parana (Breaking Fast) Note: The fast is broken after the morning puja and holy bath.
Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps
- Take a holy bath before sunrise.
- Offer water to the rising Sun.
- Perform Shiva puja with bilva leaves and flowers.
- Share prasad with family members.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Shravan is one of the holiest months, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Devotees observe fasting and perform daily Shiva worship.
Note: All timings are represented in 24-hour notation in local time of the selected location with DST adjustment (if applicable).
Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang, a day starts and ends with local sunrise.
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Telugu calendar and festive Panchangam details.
Tamil solar calendar dates and monthly Panchangam.