Chaturmasya Begins
Major FestivalSunday, 18 July 2027 Kolkata
Chaturmasya Begins: next dates · Kolkata
| Date | Weekday | Special name |
|---|---|---|
| 18 July 2027Next | Sunday | — |
Chaturmasya Begins — Significance
Start of the 4-month Chaturmasya period — Vaishnavas observe additional vows during the monsoon when Vishnu yoga-sleeps on Sheshanaga. Begins on Devshayani Ekadashi (alternate: Guru Purnima per Gaudiya). Each month has a specific dietary restriction (no leafy greens / yogurt / milk / urad dal).
Chaturmasya begins — 4-month Vaishnava austerity period.
Chaturmasya Begins — FAQ
- What is Chaturmasya Begins?
- Start of the 4-month Chaturmasya period — Vaishnavas observe additional vows during the monsoon when Vishnu yoga-sleeps on Sheshanaga.
- When is Chaturmasya Begins 2027?
- In 2027, Chaturmasya Begins falls on Sunday, 18 July 2027.
- What is the significance of Chaturmasya Begins?
- Chaturmasya begins — 4-month Vaishnava austerity period.