Festivals of Our Village

Makara Yatra

Makara Yatra

Date: January 14

This festival celebrates the sun's movement into Capricorn. Villagers gather for early morning rituals, prayers, and feasts. It marks the start of a new agricultural cycle and offers blessings for a fruitful year.

Dola

Dola Festival

Date: March (Full Moon Day)

Dola is celebrated with colors, music, and devotion to Lord Krishna. Swings decorated with flowers, singing, and playing with colors are integral parts of this joyous festival that strengthens community bonds.

Raja

Raja Festival

Date: Mid June

Raja celebrates fertility and the arrival of the monsoon. Women wear traditional attire, swing, sing folk songs, and prepare seasonal sweets. The entire village rejoices in playful celebrations and cultural performances.

Holi

Holi

Date: March

The festival of colors represents the triumph of good over evil. Villagers gather in open spaces, smear colors, dance, and share festive treats, strengthening bonds among communities and spreading joy.

Parayana

Parayana

Date: Varies

Parayana is a spiritual observance involving the reading of sacred texts. Villagers participate in group readings, prayers, and discussions, fostering a sense of community and shared faith.

KumarPurnima

KumarPurnima

Date: Varies

KumarPurnima is a festival dedicated to the worship of Lord Kartikeya. Villagers celebrate with prayers, offerings, and cultural performances, emphasizing the importance of family and community.

Dashera

Dashera

Date: October

Dashera commemorates Lord Rama’s victory over Ravana. The festival is celebrated with processions, temple visits, cultural dramas, and fireworks, symbolizing righteousness and unity among villagers.

Rama Natak

Rama Natak

Date: Varies by season

This traditional play reenacts stories from the Ramayana. Performed by local artists, it’s an important cultural event that preserves oral traditions and spiritual values of the village while entertaining audiences.