Chaitra is the start of the Hindu lunar calendar and is thus among the twelve most religiously influential months. Occurring between the months of March and April every year, Chaitra celebrations include New Year festivities, worship of the goddess, as well as other ritualistic performances.
Top Chaitra Month Festivals
Chaitra Navratri: Worshiping Goddess Durga for nine days, which denotes purification, renewal, andpower.
Gudi Padwa: Maharashtrian New Year observed with the hoisting of Gudi, rangoli, and delicious meals.
Ugadi: Southern celebration of the New Year based on the six emotions associated with Ugadi Pachadi.
Cheti Chand: Sindhi New Year celebration of the birth of Jhulelal with water rituals.
Matsya Jayanti: Marking the first incarnation of Lord Vishnu’s Avatar and the protection of cosmic balance.
Lakshmi Panchmi: Devoted to Goddess Lakshmi to bring prosperity and domestic bliss.
Ashok Shasthi: Odisha-centric festival for fertility, health for children, and prosperity.
Rama Navami: Birthday of Lord Rama with fasting, Bhajans, and other temple rituals.
Gangaur: Women-oriented festival to pray for happiness in marriage.
Maskara Sapt Healthcare related fair devoted to Goddess
Shitala Ashtami: Health focused festival to honor devi Shitala, common in North India.
Kamada Ekadashi & Papmochani Ekadashi: Powerful fasting days for spiritual cleansing and fulfilling wishes.
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Chaitra Month Festivals Dates Year-wise (2026–2028)
| Festival | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chaitra Navratri Begins | 18 March | 7 April | 26 March |
| Gudi Padwa / Ugadi / Cheti Chand | 18 March | 7 April | 26 March |
| Matsya Jayanti | 20 March | 9 April | 28 March |
| Lakshmi Panchami | 22 March | 11 April | 30 March |
| Ashok Shashthi / Skanda Shashthi | 23 March | 12 April | 31 March |
| Rama Navami | 26 March | 15 April | 3 April |
| Kamada Ekadashi | 25 March | 14 April | 2 April |
| Papmochani Ekadashi | 11 April | 31 March | 19 April |
| Shitala Ashtami | 13 April | 2 April | 21 April |
| Gangaur (Major Processions) | 21–23 March | 10–12 April | 29–31 March |
