Hindu Festivals in September 2024
- Ganesh Chaturthi
- Date: September 7, 2024 (Saturday)
- Description: Celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the god of wisdom and prosperity. The festival typically lasts for 10 days with grand processions and immersions of Ganesha idols.
- Rishi Panchami
- Date: September 10, 2024 (Tuesday)
- Description: Observed by women to seek forgiveness for any sins committed during their menstrual cycles. Devotees worship the seven great sages (Saptarishi) on this day.
- Radha Ashtami
- Date: September 11, 2024 (Wednesday)
- Description: Celebrates the birth of Radha, the consort of Lord Krishna. Devotees worship Radha and Krishna and perform various rituals to honor their divine love.
- Hartalika Teej
- Date: September 14, 2024 (Saturday)
- Description: A festival celebrated mainly by women for marital bliss, happiness, and the well-being of their husbands. It involves fasting and worship of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.
- Jyeshtha Gauri Avahana
- Date: September 17, 2024 (Tuesday)
- Description: Observed mainly in Maharashtra, this festival involves the welcoming of Goddess Gauri (a form of Parvati) into homes. It is celebrated during the Ganesh Chaturthi festival period.
- Anant Chaturdashi
- Date: September 16, 2024 (Monday)
- Description: Marks the end of the Ganesh Chaturthi festival with the immersion of Lord Ganesha idols. It is also dedicated to Lord Vishnu in his Anant (infinite) form.
- Indira Ekadashi
- Date: September 23, 2024 (Monday)
- Description: An auspicious day dedicated to Lord Vishnu, observed by fasting and prayers to seek forgiveness for sins and attain liberation.
- Pitru Paksha (Shradh)
- Start Date: September 29, 2024 (Sunday)
- Description: A 16-day period to honor and perform rituals for deceased ancestors. It is considered an important time for paying respect and performing rites to bring peace to the departed souls.
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