Archive · 29 Jul 2025
Mumbai Usher in Festival Season With Shravan, Nag Panchami Celebrations
Mumbai is starting its big festival season!
First up is Shravan Somvar, a special time to worship Lord Shiva, with many people fasting.
This month of Shravan has special significance for Lord Shiva worshippers.
In Maharashtra, women honor Goddess Gauri on Tuesdays.
Coastal areas also prepare for Narali Poornima, when fishing resumes after the monsoon.
The article gives a calendar for upcoming festivals like Nag Panchami, Raksha Bandhan, and Diwali.
Mumbai celebrates the long festival season starting with Shravan Somvar and Nag Panchami.
Shravan, dedicated to Lord Shiva, began on July 25 in Maharashtra, with Mondays being particularly auspicious.
Devotees fast and worship Lord Shiva during the four Mondays of Shravan.
Coastal Maharashtra prepares for Narali Poornima, marking the revival of fishing.
The article provides a full festival calendar for the coming months.
- Who
- Devotees of Lord Shiva and Goddess Gauri, as well as the fishing communities.
- What
- The beginning of the long festival season in Mumbai with Shravan Somvar and Nag Panchami celebrations.
- When
- Started on July 28 with the first Shravan Somvar, and includes upcoming festivals throughout the year.
- Where
- Mumbai, Maharashtra, and coastal regions of the state.
- Why
- To celebrate religious observances, mark the changing of seasons, and honor deities.
- Event
- Shravan Somvar and Nag Panchami
- Significance
- Auspicious time for Lord Shiva worship.
- Region
- Maharashtra
- Special Observances
- Fasting and rituals dedicated to Lord Shiva.
- Upcoming Festival
- Narali Poornima
Sources
Sawan Somwar: Today is the Third Monday of Shravan – Discover the Auspicious Timings for Jalabhishek
3rd Sawan Somwar 2025: Mahakal Adorns Lord Ganesh Avtar, Thousands Flock Temple; Grand Poojas Held In Ujjain, Khandwa, Raisen & More