Marathi Calendar 1987 [updated] (480p)

Corresponds to Shaka Samvat 1908 , known as the Kshaya Samvatsara.

Amavasya (new moon) and Purnima (full moon) were critical for fasting and rituals. For example, was Jyeshtha Purnima , a day for holy baths and charity. marathi calendar 1987

system (common in Maharashtra), where months end on the new moon day (Amavasya). Key Festivals and Dates Corresponds to Shaka Samvat 1908 , known as

A single Marathi lunar year contains 12 lunar months (or 13 in a leap year), which total about 354 days. This is roughly 11 days shorter than a solar year. To realign the lunar and solar cycles, an extra, intercalary month called Adhik Maas (अधिक मास) is added approximately every 32.5 months. Corresponds to Shaka Samvat 1908