Jyeshtha is the third month of the Hindu calendar. It occurs during the peak of summer in the Indian subcontinent.
Significance
The name Jyeshtha means "the eldest" or "the biggest." Worshipping the Sun and performing water-related charities are considered beneficial during this hot month.
Major Festivals
- Ganga Dussehra: Celebrating the descent of the holy river Ganges to Earth.
- Nirjala Ekadashi: A strict fast observed without even drinking water.
- Vat Purnima: Observed by married women for the longevity of their husbands.