Sawan 2025: When will Bholenath’s favorite month start? Know the method of worship and its importance!

In Hinduism every one is waiting sawan 2025, the month of Sawan, also known as Shravan Maas, is considered one of the most sacred times dedicated to Lord Shiva. This is the time when nature is filled with greenery and coolness all around, and devotees are completely absorbed in the devotion of Shiva. Sawan 2025 will also hold special significance for Shiva devotees. Let us know when Sawan is starting this year, what are its dates, and what is its spiritual significance.

Important Dates of Sawan 2025.

The start dates of Sawan may vary slightly according to the lunar calendar in different regions of India. There are mainly two calendar systems – Purnimanta Calendar and Amanta Calendar.

Purnimanta Calendar (in most of the states of North India):
E.g.: Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Chhattisgarh, Bihar, Jharkhand.

Sawan 2025 Start Date: Friday, July 11, 2025

Sawan 2025 End Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025 (Ends with Raksha Bandhan)

Sawan Monday 2025 (North India):

First Sawan Monday: July 14, 2025

Second Sawan Monday: July 21, 2025

Third Sawan Monday: July 28, 2025

Fourth Sawan Monday: August 4, 2025

Amanta Calendar (in South and Western India states):

E.g.: Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Goa, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu.

Sawan 2025 start date: Friday, July 25, 2025

Sawan 2025 end date: Saturday, August 23, 2025

Significance of Sawan 2025 Maas.

The month of Sawan is very dear to Lord Shiva. It is believed that the Samudra Manthan took place in this month, and Lord Shiva saved the entire universe by drinking the Halahal poison that came out of it. To reduce the effect of this poison, the gods offered him Gangajal, since then the tradition of offering water to Shiva in Sawan started.

Devotees get special fruits by worshiping Shiva and fasting in this month. Unmarried girls keep the fast of Sawan Monday to wish for a good groom, while married women keep a fast for the long life and happiness and prosperity of their husbands.

Sawan 2025 Puja Vidhi and Rituals.

Many types of worship rituals are performed to please Lord Shiva in Sawan. The main ones among these are:

Sawan Somwar Vrat:

Method: Get up early on Monday morning, take a bath and wear clean clothes. Take a vow to fast.

Temple Darshan: Go to the Shiva temple and anoint the Shivling with water (Gangajal) and milk.

Favorite things: Offer Belpatra, Dhatura, Bhang, Shami Patra, white flower, madar flower, sandalwood, Akshat and Bhasma to Lord Shiva.

Bhog: Offer fruits, sweets or specially prepared naivedya.

Mantra Chant: Chant the mantra “Om Namah Shivaya”. Reciting the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra is also considered very fruitful.

Katha Shravan: Recite or listen to Sawan Monday Vrat Katha. Perform aarti in the evening and eat fruits.

Kanwar Yatra:

In the month of Sawan, millions of devotees (called Kanwariyas) fill water from holy rivers (such as Ganga, Gangajal in Haridwar) on foot and carry Kanwar on their shoulders.

With this water, they go to Shiva temples and anoint Mahadev. This journey is a wonderful display of devotion, sacrifice and physical endurance.

Mangala Gauri Vrat:

On every Tuesday of Sawan, married women worship Goddess Parvati (Maa Gauri). This fast is observed for the long life of the husband and a happy married life.

Sawan Shivaratri:

The monthly Shivaratri falling in the month of Sawan is called Sawan Shivaratri. On this day also Shiva devotees perform special worship and Rudrabhishek.

What to do and what not to do in Sawan 2025?

What to do:

Worship Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati regularly.

Keep a fast on Sawan Monday (if possible).

Offer water, milk, Belpatra, Dhatura etc. on Shivling.

Chant Mahamrityunjaya Mantra and “Om Namah Shivaya”.

Eat satvik food, avoid garlic-onion and non-vegetarian food.

Do meditation and yoga to reduce stress.

Respect the environment and plant trees (especially the Bael tree).

Don’ts:

Don’t eat tamasic food (garlic, onion, meat-alcohol).

Don’t insult anyone and avoid arguments.

Stay away from negative thoughts.

Avoid eating leafy vegetables (from scientific and Ayurvedic point of view).

Frequently Asked Questions .

Q1: When is the month of Sawan 2025?
A1: According to North India (Purnimant Calendar), Sawan 2025 will run from Friday, July 11, 2025 to Saturday, August 9, 2025. Whereas, in South and Western India (Amanta Calendar), it will be from Friday, July 25, 2025 to Saturday, August 23, 2025.
Q2: How many Mondays are falling in Sawan and what are their dates?
A2: According to North India, there are a total of four Sawan Mondays falling in Sawan 2025, the dates of which are as follows:

First Sawan Monday: July 14, 2025

Second Sawan Monday: July 21, 2025

Third Sawan Monday: July 28, 2025

Fourth Sawan Monday: August 4, 2025

Q3: Who can keep Sawan Monday fast and what are its benefits?

A3: Any Shiva devotee can keep Sawan Monday fast. This fast is kept by unmarried girls to wish for a good groom, while married women keep it for the long life of their husband, happiness and prosperity and well-being in the family. This fast is also considered beneficial for peace of mind and wish fulfillment.

Q4: Which things are considered auspicious to offer to Lord Shiva in Sawan?

A4: It is considered extremely auspicious to offer water (especially Gangajal), milk, Belpatra, Dhatura, Bhang, Shami Patra, Madar flowers, white flowers, sandalwood, Akshat (rice), and Bhasma to Lord Shiva in Sawan. These things are dear to Mahadev and he is quickly pleased by offering them.

Q5: Is there any special significance of Kanwar Yatra in Sawan?

A5: Yes, Kanwar Yatra has special significance in Sawan. It is a symbol of unwavering faith and devotion towards Lord Shiva. Kanwariyas (Shiv devotees) fill water from holy rivers and travel on foot to perform Abhishek on Shivling in Shiva temples with that water, which gives them special blessings of Mahadev and all wishes are fulfilled.

Q6: What things should not be consumed in Sawan?

A6: Satvik food should be followed during Sawan. During this time, consumption of non-vegetarian food, garlic, onion, and alcohol is considered forbidden. According to some beliefs, leafy vegetables (like spinach, greens) and brinjal should also not be consumed in this month.