Festivals

Amsterdam (UTC+2)

Date

17th September 2026

Jyeshtha Gauri Avahana

Tithi:

Shukla Shashti upto 7:18 AM

Shukla Saptami upto 9:31 AM +1

Nakshatra:

Anuradha upto 4:24 PM

Jyeshtha upto 7:15 PM +1

Vasara:Thursday

About

Jyeshtha Gauri Avahana marks the arrival of Goddess Gauri (Mahalakshmi) into the household. It is observed when Anuradha Nakshatra prevails during Bhadrapada Shukla Paksha.

Significance:

The Goddess is welcomed as a married daughter visiting her parental home, bringing prosperity, joy, and auspiciousness.

Rituals & Puja Vidhi:

1. Welcoming the Goddess: Drawing decorative footprints from the entrance to the place of worship. 2. Installation: Placing the Gauri idols (often in pairs) and offering initial prayers with dhoop and deep.