Dashama puja in Chaitra month is dedicated to Goddess
Dashama and is observed on Chaitra Krishna Paksha Dashami or the tenth day during
dark or waning phase of moon in Chaitra month (March – April) as per traditional
Hindu lunar calendar followed in Rajasthan. The ritual is observed
for prosperity and good fortune. Dashama Puja in Chaitra Month 2024 is on April 4.
Devotees who are facing an adversity ('dasha' in Gujarati)
and want to appease Goddess Dashama to overcome it. Goddess Dashama is widely
worshipped in rural Gujarat and Rajasthan and in cities by the lower
socio-economic groups.
The Vrat katha dedicated to the Goddess is read on the day. Some devotees observe a 24 hour fast on the day and end the fasting with udyapan on the next day.
The most important puja and ritual dedicated to Goddess Dashama is observed for nine days in Shravan month.