Festivals

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Date

18th September 2026

Lalitha Saptami

Tithi:

Shukla Saptami upto 5:31 PM

Shukla Ashtami upto 7:57 PM +1

Nakshatra:

Anuradha upto 12:24 AM

Jyeshtha upto 3:15 AM +1

Vasara:Friday

About

Observed a day before Radha Ashtami, dedicated to Lalitha Devi, one of the primary associates of Radha and Krishna.

Significance:

Lalitha Sakhi is the foremost of the eight primary Gopis in Vrindavan. Her appearance day is a time to celebrate divine friendship and selfless service within the path of Bhakti (devotion).

Rituals & Puja Vidhi:

1. Gopi Puja: Worshipping Lalitha Devi with fresh flowers and sandalwood paste. 2. Singing: Singing bhajans that describe the divine pastimes in the groves of Vrindavan. 3. Vrat: Observing a fast to cultivate a spirit of devotion and surrender.