Baraha Dwadashi is observed in Magh Month. The day is of great significance to Vaishnava devotees. Varaha Dwadashi 2025 date is February 9. The day is of importance at Puri Jagannath temple. This ritual is dedicated to the Baraha or Varaha incarnation of Bhagavan Vishnu. In Hindu religion, Baraha, also spelled as Varaha, is indeed regarded as the boar incarnation of the god Vishnu. The story of Baraha's appearance is recounted in various Hindu scriptures, including the Puranas. According to the story, the demon Hiranyaksha had abducted the Earth and submerged her into the cosmic ocean. This act threatened the balance of the universe and caused chaos. In response, Lord Vishnu assumed the form of a massive boar, Baraha, to rescue Mother Earth and restore order. Baraha dived into the depths of the ocean, where he battled Hiranyaksha for thousands of years. Eventually, Baraha emerged victorious, lifting the Earth out of the waters using his tusks. With great strength and deter