Sawan Somwars, or the Mondays of the Shravan month, is a time of deep spiritual significance for devotees of Lord Shiva. The observance of Sawan Somwar is marked with great devotion and enthusiasm across various states in India. In North India, including states of Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Orissa, Punjab, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, Delhi and Uttar Pradesh, Sawan Somwars 2024 will begin a fortnight ago, starting on July 22 and culminating on August 19. Two traditions are followed in the Indian subcontinent with respect to lunar months - Amanta and Purnimanta. Amanta is followed by the states of Western and South India, while Purnimanta is followed in North Indian states. Sawan Somwars in Bihar and other North Indian states are observed on Sawan Maas as per the Purnimanta calendar, which ends on full moon day. We at LatestLY have collated the Sawan Somwars observed in Bihar and other North Indian states, their significance and the rituals held to honour Lord Shiva during this auspicious period. Sawan Mahina 2024 Dos and Don'ts: Everything You Need To Know About Shravan Maas, the Month Dedicated to the Worship of Lord Shiva.

Sawan Somwars Significance

Sawan, or Shravan, is the fifth month of the Hindu lunar calendar and is revered for its spiritual and religious significance. The Mondays, or Somwars, during this month, are especially important for worshippers of Lord Shiva. Devotees believe that observing fasts and offering prayers to Lord Shiva during Sawan Somwar can bring blessings of prosperity, health, and happiness.

During this auspicious month of Shravan, devotees undertake rigorous fasts, known as Sawan Vrats, and engage in extensive prayers and rituals to honour the deity. One of the most prominent observances is the Kanwar Yatra, where thousands of Kanwariyas (devotees) travel barefoot, carrying pots of holy water from the Ganges to offer at Shiva temples. They symbolise their unwavering devotion and seek blessings for prosperity and health.

Sawan Somwars in North Indian States

The states of Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Orissa, Punjab, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, Delhi, and Uttar Pradesh observe Sawan Somwars with great fervour and enthusiasm. They observe fasts, offer prayers to Lord Shiva, and perform sacred rituals. Look at the list of Sawan Somwars observed in North Indian states:

Sawan 2024 Start and End Dates in North India

  • July 22, 2024 - First Sawan Somwar Vrat, First Monday

  • July 29, 2024 - Second Sawan Somwar Vrat, Second Monday

  • August 5, 2024 - Third Sawan Somwar Vrat, Third Monday

  • August 12, 2024 - Fourth Sawan Somwar Vrat, Fourth Monday

  • August 19, 2024 - Fifth Sawan Somwar Vrat, Fifth Monday

The auspicious Mondays or Sawan Somwars are marked by rigorous fasting, prayers, and rituals aimed at seeking the blessings of prosperity, health, and happiness. The collective enthusiasm and reverence displayed during Sawan Somwars highlight the rich cultural and religious heritage of North India, underscoring the enduring importance of these observances in the Hindu faith.

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