Bakula Lagi Amabashya, also known as Bakula Amabashya or Baula Ambashya, is observed in Odisha during the months of December–January, which corresponds to the Odia month of Pousha. On this […]
Pahili Bhoga – Dhanu Sankranti
Dhanu Sankranti is celebrated on the first day of lunar Pousha month. The month of Pousha is considered the month of plenty. After collecting the harvest there is a festival […]
Samba Dasami Rituals – Worshiping of Surya Bhagwan festival
The Legend say , Samba was the son of Lord Krushna ( Krishna ), once affected by leprosy disease . Samba performed a severe penance of 12 years for Lord […]
Nabanka Bedha Parikrama Story & Rituals
The beginning of Pausha Masa ( Dec – Jan ), Goddess Mahalaxmi is supposed to leave her consort Lord Jagannath on pleasant annual visit to ratnakar ( sea ) and […]
Saphala Ekadashi
Safala Ekadashi take place on the month of Pousha ( December – January ). The main deity of the Safala Ekdashi is lord Bishnu ( Narayan ). It is mentioned […]
Surya Bhagwan Lord Sun worship as different name in each month
Lord Sun worship in different names during various months of the year is an important aspect of Hindu tradition, particularly in the context of Odia culture. Each month represents a […]
Rajadhiraj Besha
Rajadhiraj Besha , this bhesha is mostly liked by the local kings of Orissa and they used to donate different golden ornaments bejeweled with valuable stones. Rajadhiraj Besha is conducted […]