Wakeshwar Yatra at Wakurde Khurd is annually observed in Chaitra
month. The yatra is an important festival at the Wakeshwar Mandir at Wakurde
Khurd in Shirol Taluka of Sangli district, Maharashtra. The shrine is dedicated
to Shri Walkeshwar. Wakurde Khurd Wakeshwar Yatra 2024 date is April 9.
The shrine is decorated with lamps, lights, flowers, leaves
and sugarcane for the occasion.
The main ritual includes processions, palkhi and offerings
to Lord Wakeshwar.
Hundreds of people participate in the yatra and festivities.
The temple remains open during the entire day and different rituals take place.
Wakeshwar Yatra at Wakurde Khurd is observed on Chaitra Shukla
Paksha Pratipada Tithi or the first day during the waxing phase of moon Chaitra
month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.