Festivals & Holidays List 2008
Wednesday, 03 September 2008
Ganesh Chaturthi
Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated on Bhadrapada Shukla Chaturthi.
Thursday, 18 September 2008
Karwa Chauth
Karwa Chauth is observed by married women for the longevity of their husbands.
Saturday, 27 September 2008
Dhanteras (Dhanatrayodashi)
Dhanteras marks the beginning of Diwali on Ashwin Krishna Trayodashi.
Sunday, 28 September 2008
Lakshmi Puja (Diwali)
Diwali and Lakshmi Puja are celebrated on Ashwin Amavasya.
Sunday, 28 September 2008
Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali)
Naraka Chaturdashi is observed on Ashwin Krishna Chaturdashi with early morning ritual baths.
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Tuesday, 30 September 2008
Sharad Navratri — Day 1
Sharad Navratri begins on Ashwin Shukla Pratipada.