When is Sawan starting in 2025? Check Shravan start and end dates, Sawan Somvaar & Shivratri, fasting rules, significance
Sawan 2025 Start and end dates:
The start and end dates of Sawan differ based on the regional calendar system. The Purnimanta calendar followed in states like Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Chhattisgarh marks the beginning of Sawan from July 11 to August 9.
Meanwhile, in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, and Goa—where the Amanta calendar is used—Sawan will be observed from July 25 to August 23, 2025.
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Importance of Sawan month in Hindu tradition
Sawan, also known as Shravan Maas, is considered the holiest month in Hinduism. Devotees of Lord Shiva offer special prayers and perform rituals during this time. According to tradition, 'To end their agony, they worship to Shiva lingam with Panchamrit and Ganga Jal.'
Prayers are also offered to Goddess Parvati during this month. The rituals are seen as a means of attaining peace, prosperity, and divine blessings.
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Sawan fasting rules
Many devotees observe fasts on all Mondays during Sawan, known as Sawan Somwar. Some observe partial fasts by eating only fruits, milk, and vrat-friendly food. Others take only one meal in the evening. Grains, salt, garlic, onion, and processed food are usually avoided. Drinking water should be taken only after offering prayers. Devotees spend the day chanting Shiva mantras and visiting temples.
Puja rituals observed during Sawan
Devotees begin the day by taking a holy bath and cleaning the house and puja area. An idol of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati is placed on a wooden board. A diya lit with desi ghee is offered, and Vedic mantras are chanted to invoke the divine presence.
'The Shravan Maas Katha and Shiva Chalisa are recited by devotees.' Offerings are made to the Shivlingam with Panchamrit—a mixture of milk, curd, honey, sugar powder, and ghee. Later, devotees offer water again and decorate the Shivlingam with flowers, Bilva Patra, and white sweets. Itra, chandan, and akshat are also part of the offering.
Mantra for chanting in Sawan
Devotees recite powerful Shiva mantras, especially during the Sawan Somwar fasts. The most commonly recited mantras include:
'Om Namah Shivaye..!!'
'Om Trayambhakam Jayamahe Sugandhim Pushti Vardhanam Urvarukmiv Bandhanan Mrityor Mukshiya Ma Mritat..!!'
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