Phalguna Month in Gujarat, Maharashtra and Karnataka is similar to the Telugu Calendar.
During this month the weather is neither too cold nor too hot. The new change in nature can be seen commencing from Vasant Panchami till Phalgun Purnima.
Ramayana War started on Phalguna Bahula Padyami. The war between Lord Rama’s brother Lakshmana and Ravana Son Indrajith was started on Phalguna Bahula Ekadasi and ended on Phalguna Bahula Trayodasi. Ravana was killed on Phalguna Amavasya. Sri Raghavendra Swamy was born on Phalguna Sukla Navami.
Phalguna Masam, the twelfth month in the traditional Hindu calendar, is observed differently across various regions. In North India, it spans from February 13 to March 14, 2025. However, in Telugu, Marathi, Kannada, and Gujarati calendars, Phalguna Masam begins on February 28 and concludes on March 29, 2025.
Significant Festivals and Tithi Timings in Phalguna Masam 2025:
Amalaki Ekadashi (March 10, 2025):
Tithi: Shukla Paksha Ekadashi
Significance: Devotees observe a fast and worship the Amalaka tree, seeking blessings for prosperity and well-being.
Pradosh Vrat (March 11, 2025):
Tithi: Shukla Paksha Trayodashi
Significance: Dedicated to Lord Shiva, this vrat is observed during the evening twilight period.
Holika Dahan (March 13, 2025):
Tithi: Shukla Paksha Purnima
Significance: The ritualistic bonfire symbolizes the victory of good over evil.
Holi (March 14, 2025):
Tithi: Shukla Paksha Purnima
Significance: The festival of colors, celebrated with great enthusiasm across India.
Vijaya Ekadashi (February 23, 2025):
Tithi: Krishna Paksha EkadashiSignificance: Observing this Ekadashi is believed to grant victory and success.
Maha Shivaratri (February 25, 2025):
Tithi: Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi
Significance: Devotees observe fasting and night-long vigil, offering prayers to Lord Shiva.
Phalguna Amavasya (March 29, 2025):
Tithi: Krishna Paksha Amavasya
Significance: Considered auspicious for performing ancestral rituals and tarpanam.
Please note that festival dates and timings can vary based on regional practices and local lunar observations. For precise timings and observance details, consulting local panchangams or authoritative sources is recommended.
ఫాల్గుణ మాసములో విశేష తిథులు:
ఆమలకీ ఏకాదశి – Amalaki Ekadashi
ప్రదోష వ్రతం – Pradosham Vratham
హోళి – Holi
లక్ష్మీ జయంతి – Lakshmi Jayanti
సంకష్టహర చతుర్థి – Sankashti Chaturthi
శీతల సప్తమి – Sheetala Saptami
పాపమోచనీ ఏకాదశి – Papamochani Ekadashi
మహా శివరాత్రి – Maha Shivaratri
సర్వ అమావాస్య – Sarva Amavasya
Next Month Festivals Check here Chaitra Masam Festivals in Telugu Calendar (March/April)