In the month of September, there are several Indian festivals celebrated as well. Here are some of the prominent festivals that typically fall in September 2023.
- Krishna Janmashtami: This festival celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. It usually falls in August. Devotees fast, sing devotional songs and celebrate with enthusiasm. Let’s Find More…
- Rishi Panchami: Rishi Panchami is a Hindu festival observed on the fifth day of the lunar month of Bhadrapada. It is a day dedicated to paying homage to the ancient sages and seeking forgiveness for any violations of traditional customs. Rishi Panchami underscores the significance of purity, self-discipline, and gratitude towards the wisdom imparted by the revered sages of the past. Let’s Find More…
- Ganesh Chaturthi: As mentioned earlier, Ganesh Chaturthi can also fall in September, depending on the lunar calendar. It marks the birth of Lord Ganesha and is celebrated with great fervour, especially in the state of Maharashtra. Let’s Find More…
- Mahalakshmi Vrat: Mahalakshmi Vrat is a Hindu fasting ritual dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth and prosperity. Observed on Fridays in the month of Ashwin (September-October), devotees fast and worship the goddess to seek her blessings for abundance and well-being. Let’s Find More…
- Pitru Paksha: This is a period of 16 lunar days dedicated to paying homage to one’s ancestors. It usually falls in September and involves performing rituals and offering food to the departed souls. Let’s Find More…
- Radhastami: Radhastami is a Hindu festival that celebrates the birth anniversary of Radha, who is considered the divine consort of Lord Krishna. It falls on the eighth day of the bright fortnight in the month of Bhadrapada (August-September). Radha’s love and devotion to Lord Krishna are celebrated during this festival. Let’s Find More…
- Parivartini Ekadashi: Parivartini Ekadashi, also known as Parsva Ekadashi or Vamana Ekadashi, is a Hindu fasting day observed on the 11th day of the lunar month in the Hindu calendar, specifically during the waxing phase of the moon (Shukla Paksha). This Ekadashi holds significance due to its association with Lord Vishnu’s divine change of posture during his cosmic sleep. Let’s Find More…
- Vamana Jayanti: Vamana Jayanti is a Hindu festival that commemorates the birth of Lord Vamana, one of the incarnations of Lord Vishnu. Also known as Vaman Dwadashi, it falls on the twelfth day of the bright fortnight in the month of Bhadrapada (August-September). Let’s Find More…
- Anant Chaturdashi: This festival falls on the 14th day of the bright fortnight in the month of Bhadrapada (September) and marks the conclusion of the Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations. Idols of Lord Ganesha are immersed in water bodies after a period of worship. Let’s Find More…
- Vishwakarma Puja: Celebrated in various parts of India, this day is dedicated to Lord Vishwakarma, the divine architect. It usually falls in September and is observed by craftsmen, artisans, and factory workers. Let’s Find More…
- Durva Ashtami: Durva Ashtami, also known as Durvashtami, is a Hindu festival observed to pay homage to the sacred grass known as “Durva” or “Bermuda grass.” It falls on the eighth day (Ashtami) of the bright fortnight in the month of Bhadrapada (August-September). Durva grass is considered auspicious and is associated with Lord Ganesha, who is believed to be fond of it. Let’s Find More…
- Samvatsari: This is the holiest and most important festival of Jains, people who follow Jainism. This Jain festival is celebrated on the last day of ‘Parva Paryushana’. Let’s Find More…
These are some of the major Indian festivals that fall in the month of September 2023. As with all Indian festivals, their specific dates vary from year to year due to the lunar calendar.
