Narmada Jayanti is annually observed in Magh month. The day
celebrates the birthday or the appearance of Narmada River
(Maa Narmada) on Earth. Narmada Jayanti 2024 date is February 16. The day is of
great significance in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra
Legend has it that River Narmada was created by Shiva to
wash away the sins occurred by celestial beings (Devas) while annihilating
demons. This divine incident happened on Magh Shukla Paksha Saptami or the
seventh day during the waxing phase of moon in Magh month.
Narmada Parikrama is observed on the day.