Sawan 2026 Dates, Rituals, and Significance of Sawan Somwar Fasts
The holy Hindu month of Sawan 2026, dedicated to Lord Shiva, will begin on July 30 and end on August 28, coinciding with Shravan Purnima and Raksha Bandhan. Devotees observe fasts, especially on Mondays known as Sawan Somwar, with rituals including offerings of water, milk, bilva leaves, and flowers to Shiva. Spiritual experts emphasize that Sawan is also a time for mental and moral purification beyond fasting. Regional calendars may vary, and devotees engage in prayers, temple visits, and self-reflection throughout the month.
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republicworld broke this story on 22 Jul, 04:05 pm. Other outlets followed.