Festivals

Montréal (UTC-4)

Date

21st July 2026

Parvati Jayanti

Tithi:

Shukla Ashtami upto 7:47 PM

Shukla Navami upto 9:33 PM +1

Nakshatra:

Chitra upto 11:20 AM

Swati upto 1:34 PM +1

Vasara:Tuesday

About

Commemorates the birth or manifestation of Goddess Parvati on the eighth day of Ashadha Shukla Paksha.

Significance:

Goddess Parvati is the Mother of the Universe and the embodiment of devotion, power, and marital bliss. This day celebrates her arrival as a source of strength and compassion for all beings.

Rituals & Puja Vidhi:

1. Gauri Puja: Worshipping the Goddess with vermilion, flowers, and traditional offerings. 2. Fasting: Women observe a fast to seek her blessings for the longevity and well-being of their families. 3. Reading: Reciting the Gauri Stotram or stories of Parvati's divine penance.