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The month of Sawan will begin on July 22 and extend until August 19. It will be a 28-day duration, and there will be five Sawan Mondays or Somwars.
Updated : Jul 18, 2024, 11:31 AM IST
As Sawan, also called Sravana or Shravan, is approaching, Hindus are set to celebrate this special occasion. For Hindus, especially Shiva devotees, the festival of Shrawan Maas (month) is important. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Millions of Hindus in India and around the world observe Shravan maas as a time of celebration, fasting, and spiritual devotion. Sawan is traditionally celebrated in July and August, when India's monsoon season officially begins. The rain is regarded as a sign of life's renewal and a blessing from Lord Shiva.
The month of Sawan will begin on Monday, July 22nd. According to the Panchang, the first day of the Krishna Paksha of Sawan will start at 03:46 pm on Sunday, July 21st. Dr. Ganesh Mishra stated that this date will be valid until 01:11 pm on Monday, July 22nd. Based on sunrise calculations, Sawan will commence on July 22nd. It will start with Preeti Yoga and Shravan Nakshatra.
This year, there will be five Monday fasts or Somwar Vrats. Sawan's first Monday fast will be on 22 July. Sawan's fifth and final Monday fast will be on 19 August.
Sawan Somwar 2024: Dos and don'ts to keep in mind while fasting
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