Kartik Masa (October – November)

🌕 Full Moon in Krittika Nakshatra

Karva Chauth

Rigorous waterless fast observed by married women for their husbands' longevity.

Ahoi Ashtami

Fasting observed by mothers for the well-being and long life of their children.

Dhanteras

Worship of Lord Dhanvantari (God of Ayurveda) and purchasing auspicious metals.

Diwali (Deepavali)

The grand festival of lights symbolizing the victory of light over darkness and Lord Rama's return.

Govardhan Puja & Bhai Dooj

Worship of Govardhan Hill and celebrating the bond between brothers and sisters.

Chhath Puja

Vedic Sun God worship offering Arghya to the setting and rising sun in water bodies.

Tulsi Vivah (Devuthani Ekadashi)

Lord Vishnu awakens from sleep; ceremonial wedding of Goddess Tulsi with Shaligram.

Kartik Purnima (Dev Diwali)

The festival of lights for the Gods, celebrated grandly at Varanasi ghats.