Marathi Calendar 2003 «Limited Time»

The year 2003 was a unique and culturally significant year for Maharashtrians worldwide. Tracking a year through the requires understanding the deep intersection between the solar Gregorian calendar and the traditional lunar Shalivahana Shaka calendar.

from 2003 to verify when it was celebrated that year.

Remember: For dates between January 1, 2003 and April 1, 2003, you are still referencing the previous Nandana Samvatsara (Shaka 1924). Always double-check the Sanchhed (month) before performing any religious ceremony retroactively. marathi calendar 2003

The traditional Marathi months bridge across two Gregorian months. Below is the timeline of critical festivals celebrated during the 2003 calendar year. January – February (Poush / Magh)

Celebrated with Diwali and Bhaubeej . Margashirsh (November-December): Known for Lakshmi Puja. Paush/Pus (December-January): Marked by winter festivals. Magh (January-February): Often hosts Makar Sankranti . Phalguna (February-March): Ends the year with Holi . Key Festivals in 2003 (Marathi Calendar) Gudi Padwa (April 2, 2003): The Marathi New Year. The year 2003 was a unique and culturally

Observed on June 14, 2003 . Married women tied threads around banyan trees, praying for the longevity of their husbands. Ashadha (June–July 2003)

Marked the beginning of Shaka Samvat 1925. Vaishakha (April–May 2003) Jyeshtha (May–June 2003) Ashadha (June–July 2003) Shravan (July–August 2003) Bhadrapada (August–September 2003) Ashwin (September–October 2003) Kartik (October–November 2003) Margashirsha (November–December 2003) Pausha (December 2003–January 2004) Magha (January–February 2004) Phalgun (February–March 2004) Major Marathi Festivals and Holidays in 2003 Remember: For dates between January 1, 2003 and

A standard Marathi year consists of twelve months, starting in the spring. In 2003, these months aligned roughly with the Gregorian calendar as follows: (March–April) Vaishakha (April–May) Jyeshtha (May–June) Ashadha (June–July) Shravana (July–August) Bhadrapada (August–September) Ashvin (September–October) Kartika (October–November) Margashirsha (November–December) Pausha (December–January 2004) Magha (January–February) Phalguna (February–March) Major Festivals and Dates in 2003

Wednesday, April 2, 2003. This marked the beginning of the Shaka Samvat 1925. Ram Navami: Friday, April 11, 2003. Akshaya Tritiya: Sunday, May 4, 2003. Ashadhi Ekadashi: Thursday, July 10, 2003. Ganesh Chaturthi: Sunday, August 31, 2003. Vijayadashami (Dussehra): Sunday, October 5, 2003. Diwali (Laxmi Pujan): Saturday, October 25, 2003. 2. Marathi Months vs. 2003 Gregorian Months

| Marathi Month | Gregorian Period (Approx.) | Key Festivals & Observances (in 2003) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | March - April | Gudi Padwa (Marathi New Year) - Apr 2 , Ram Navami, Hanuman Jayanti | | Vaishakh | April - May | Akshaya Tritiya, Narasimha Jayanti | | Jyeshtha | May - June | Vata Savitri Purnima | | Ashadh | June - July | Beginning of Chaturmas Vrat | | Shravan | July - August | The holiest month: Mangala Gowri Puja (Mondays), Nag Panchami, Narali Pournima, Janmashtami (approx. Aug 23-24) | | Bhadrapad | August - September | Ganesh Chaturthi (Ganeshotsav) - a 10-day festival | | Ashwin | September - October | Mahalaya Amavasya, Navratri (culminating in Dussehra/Vijaya Dashami), Kojagiri Purnima | | Kartik | October - November | Diwali (the festival of lights) - a 5-day celebration | | Margashirsh | November - December | --- | | Paush | December - January | Vaikuntha Ekadashi, Makar Sankranti (approx. Jan 14-15) | | Magh | January - February | Maha Shivaratri | | Falgun | February - March | Holi |