Festivals

New Brunswick / Nouveau-Brunswick (UTC-3)

Date

13th September 2026

Varaha Jayanti

Tithi:

Shukla Tritiya upto 10:37 PM

Shukla Chaturthi upto 11:14 PM +1

Nakshatra:

Hasta upto 4:37 AM

Chitra upto 5:26 AM +1

Vasara:Sunday

Relevant Timings

Aparahna Muhurat

13 Sep, 2:38 pm – 5:09 pm, 13 Sep

Duration - 02 Hours 31 Mins

About

Varaha Jayanti commemorates the appearance of Lord Varaha, who rescued the earth from the ocean depth. It is observed on Bhadrapada Shukla Tritiya with special prayers during Madhyahna.

Significance:

Lord Varaha is the third avatar of Vishnu, appearing as a boar to defeat the demon Hiranyaksha and lift the earth (Bhudevi) back to its orbit. Devotees pray for protection and liberation from difficulties.

Rituals & Puja Vidhi:

1. Varaha Puja: Worshipping the deity, especially the form holding Bhudevi, during Madhyahna. 2. Fasting: Observing a fast or partaking in simple food until the puja is completed. 3. Offerings: Offering yellow flowers, coconut, and sweets.