Bhadrapada Month Begins: Key Festivals and Auspicious Days

Bhadrapada, the sixth month in the Telugu calendar, holds special spiritual significance. Falling during the sacred Dakshinayana period, the month is considered an important time for devotion, introspection and spiritual renewal. Panchanga traditions associate its name with the movement of the full moon through the Purva Bhadrapada or Uttara Bhadrapada nakshatras. Vinayaka Chavithi, Rishi Panchami, Ananta Padmanabha Vratham, Mahalaya Pakshas and Masa Shivaratri are among the major observances of the month.

According to the details provided, Bhadrapada begins on September 12 and concludes on October 10. Major observances include Vinayaka Chavithi on September 14, Rishi Panchami on September 15, Parivartini Ekadashi and Vamana Jayanti on September 22, Ananta Padmanabha Vratham and Ganesh immersion on September 25, and the beginning of Mahalaya Pakshas on September 27. Gandhi Jayanti falls on October 2, followed by Ekadashi on October 6, Masa Shivaratri on October 8 and Mahalaya Amavasya on October 10, which marks the end of the month. Devotees may follow their respective regional Panchanga traditions and seek expert guidance for specific rituals.