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Shri Waghjai Devi Yatra at Shindewadi near Bhor in Maharashtra

Shri Waghjai Devi Yatra is annually observed in Phalgun month. It is the important annual festival at Waghjai Devi Temple at Shindewadi near Bhor in Maharashtra . The annual fair and festival attracts hundreds of people. Shri Waghjai Devi Yatra 2024 date is April 3. Goddess Waghjai Devi is a manifestation of Mother Goddess Shakti. She is widely worshipped in Maharashtra . She is also the kuldevi or family deity of many families. Shri Waghjai Devi Yatra is observed on Phalgun Krishna Paksha Navami tithi or the ninth day during the waning phase of moon in Phalgun month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra . 

Chhatrapati Rajaram Maharaj Punyatithi at Sinhgad near Pune

Chhatrapati Rajaram Maharaj Punyatithi is annually observed in Phalgun month. He was the youngest son of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the founder of the Maratha Empire. His mother was Soyarabai and he was the third Chhatrapati of the Maratha Empire. Chhatrapati Rajaram Maharaj Punyatithi 2024 date is on April 3. As per Gregorian calendar, his death anniversary is on March 3, 1700. He had a very short reign. Soon after the coronation he went into exile and fought against the Mughals hiding in various forts. He died finally at Sinhgad near Pune of an unspecified illness. His death anniversary is observed annually on the 9th day during the waning phase of moon in Phalgun month as per Marathi Calendar

Chhatrapati Sambhaji Raje Bhosale Punyatithi – Death Anniversary of Dharmveer Sambhaji Maharaj

Chhatrapati Sambhaji Raje Bhosale was the eldest son of Chhatrapati Shivaji, the founder of the Maratha Empire. His mother was Saibai and he was the second Chhatrapati of the Maratha Empire. He is popularly known as Dharmveer Sambhaji Maharaj as he died defending his faith – Hinduism. His Balidan din, or death anniversary, is observed annually on the no moon day in Phalgun month as per Marathi Calendar. In 2024, it is on April 8. As per Gregorian calendar, he died fighting the Mughals on  March 11, 1689. He had fought valiantly against the Mughals. But he was captured and humiliated and executed by Aurangzeb for not converting to Islam. This valiant act earned him the title ‘Dharmveer.’ Several meetings and programs are held on the Chhatrapati Sambhaji Raje Bhosale Balidan Din.

Sadguru Shree Mamasaheb Deshpande Punyatithi – Guru Mama Deshpande Death Anniversary

Sadguru Shree Mamasaheb Deshpande Punyatithi is annually observed in Phalgun month. It is the death anniversary of Sadguru Shree Mamasaheb Deshpande, also known as Guru Mama Deshpande. The day is of importance at the ashram located in Pune. Sadguru Shree Mamasaheb Deshpande Punyatithi 2024 date is April 3. Sadguru Shri Mamasaheb Deshpande was a freedom-fighter, philosopher, scholar and prolific author. He established Shreepad Seva Mandal (SSM). The great soul belongs to the Shri Datta Sampradaya. Sadguru Shree Mamasaheb Deshpande Punyatithi is annually observed on Phalgun Krishna Paksha Navami Tithi or the ninth day during the waning phase of moon in Phalgun month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra .

Holi Quotes and Messages

This is a collection of favorite Holi quotes and messages that I have read, received and some which I have sent. Let the colors of Holi spread the message of peace and happiness. I wish everybody a Happy Holi. Let the colors of Holi fill your heart with warmth and love. Enjoy and spread the colors of Holi. Holi is a time to reach out with the colors of joy. It is the time to love and forgive. It is the time expresses the happiness of being loved and to be loved through colors. Make merry with colors on Holi and the rest of the days with the colors of love. Holi is a special time of year to remember those who are close to our hearts with splashing colors! May this Holi be bright as the colors that splash on you! You’re so handsome let me darken you with Holi colors. Happy Holi! Holi is the apt time to break the ice, renew relationships and link yourself with those that you wanted to with a bit of color. Holi is the day to exp

Gems of Wisdom from Hindu Scriptures

Ekam shastram adhiyano na vidyat  shastranischayam, tasmat bahushrutah shastram vijaniyat chikitsakah; By studying one scripture alone, a definite conclusion cannot be made, therefore a physician should study many scriptures (Sushruta Samhita, 1.4.7.) The intellect acquires critical acumen by familiarity with different traditions. How much does one really understand by merely following one’s own reasoning? (Bhartrihari, Vakyapadiya, 2.484) Asha hi paramam duhkham nairashyam paramam sukham; The greatest misery comes from hoping and the greatest happiness lies in giving up hope. (Srimad Bhagavata, 11.8.44) abhyasena tu kaunteya vairagyena cha grihyate; [the mind] is controlled through practice and detachment. (Bhagavad Gita, 6.35.) Shiva shaktya yukto yadi bhavati shaktah prabhavitum na chede- vam devo na khalu kushalah spanditum api; If Shiva is united with Shakti, he is able to exert his powers as lord; if not, the god is unable to move. (Saundarya Lahar