Sacred Rhythms of Sawan: Region-Wise Shravan Calendar for 2025 Unveiled

The spiritually charged month of Sawan, also known as Shravan, will be observed across India in 2025 with region-specific start and end dates due to differences in lunar and solar calendars. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, this holy month is marked by fasting, rituals, and devotion, especially on Mondays known as Shravan Somwar.

Key Observance Dates by Region

North India (Purnimanta Calendar)
- Start: July 11, 2025 (Friday)  
- End: August 9, 2025 (Saturday)  
- States: Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh  
- Shravan Somwar Vrat: July 14, 21, 28 and August 4  

South and Western India (Amanta Calendar)
- Start: July 25, 2025 (Friday)  
- End: August 23, 2025 (Saturday)  
- States: Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu  
- Shravan Somwar Vrat: July 28, August 4, 11, and 18  

Nepal and Himalayan Regions (Solar Calendar)
- Start: July 16, 2025  
- End: August 16, 2025  
- Shravan Somwar Vrat: July 21, 28 and August 4, 11  

Additional Highlights
- Sawan Shivratri: July 23, 2025  
- Hariyali Amavasya: July 24, 2025  
- Mangala Gauri Vrat (Tuesdays): July 15, 22, 29 and August 5 (North); July 29, August 5, 12, 19 (South/West)  

The diversity in observance reflects India’s rich calendrical traditions, yet the devotion to Lord Shiva remains a unifying force across regions.

Sources: Moneycontrol, Republic World, India TV News, Indian Express, Economic Times, Indiatimes, Outlook India, Pratidin Time