Festivals of India 2025

India is a fascinating land of festivals where each festival is marked with a deep philosophical implication and presents an unmatched diction to the splendor of that particular carnival. Every month of the year sees a number of festivals and fairs dedicated to seasons, divine entities as well as eminent personalities. Similarly the scorching month of June that coincides with the Hindu months of Jyeshtha and Ashada sees a number of fairs and festivals. The month start with Jamai Sasthi(जामाई-षष्ठी)

Although the number of festivals celebrated in June are not as many as the other months, there are still some very important festivals and fairs that are celebrated in this month. This month holds tremendous religious significance for the Hindus. Mahesh Navami (महेश-नवमी), a festival dedicated to Lord Shiva who is also referred to as Mahesh or Maheshwar is celebrated at the beginning of June this year. It's celebrated with a lot of devotion by Hindus, specifically by the Maheshwari community who are devout followers and believers of Lord Shiva. Ganga Dussehra (गंगा-दशहरा) is another important festival celebrated in June. It is believed that it was on this day that the Holy River Ganga descended on to Earth, therefore; this day marks the birthday of the Ganges and is celebrated with immense devotion with celebrations taking place all along the banks of this sacred river. Mithuna Sankranti (मिथुन-संक्रांति), and Nirjala Ekadashi (निर्जला-एकादशी) are some of the other Hindu festivals observed in the month of June.

June is also a very significant month for the inhabitants of Goa. The Memorable Day of Goa (गोवा-स्मरणीय-दिवस) is celebrated with immense zeal as it marks the day Goa attained freedom from the long lasting rule of the Portuguese all those years ago. Sao Joao Feast (साओ-जोआओ-उत्सव) of St. John the Baptist is another very important festival in June that is celebrated with a lot of enthusiasm and zeal by Christians in Goa. Hemis Festival (हेमिस-उत्सव)  which is one of the biggest Buddhist festivals will be celebrated in Ladakh between in June. The 2-day fiesta marks the birth anniversary of Guru Padmasambhava.

The United Nations World Environment Day (विश्व-पर्यावरण-दिवस) is another very important day observed in June. It's observed world wide to raise awareness and concerns on issues related to global warming and environmental hazards. June holds tremendous significance for all fathers and father figures over the globe. The 3rd Sunday of June is observed as Fathers' Day (फादर्स-डे) worldwide and commemorates the unconditional love and sacrifices of a father. It is an opportunity for children to thank and appreciate their fathers.