Why do we celebrate Vasant Panchami?
Vasant Panchami also known as Basant Panchami or Shri Panchami marks the beginning of spring season. It is a Hindu festival celebrated in honor of Godess Saraswati in the month… Read more »
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Why do we celebrate Jamai Sasthi?
Jamai Sasthi Festival is dedicated to Jamai who is called son-in-law. The festival is celebrated to bring son-in-law nearer to the family of his in laws. On this day, goddess… Read more »
Why do we celebrate Rash Fair?
Rash Fair takes place to commemorate the eternal love between Lord Krishna and Radha. The festival deals with the days spend by Lord Krishna in Vrindyavan. The month long festival… Read more »
Why do we celebrate Poush Fair?
Poush Fair is held to remember Nobel Laureate Rabindranath Tagore’s Shantiniketan. Modelled on the lines of the ancient Gurukul System, he started a school named Brahmachary Asrama at Shantiniketan. After… Read more »