Sindhara Dooj 2025: Date, Time, Significance, and Remedies

Sindhara Dooj is a cherished festival celebrated annually on the second day (Dwitiya Tithi) of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase of the moon) in the month of Shravana. Based on the Gregorian calendar, this festival typically falls between mid-July and mid-August. It holds immense importance according to the Hindu calendar and is celebrated with great enthusiasm, particularly in the northern states of India. Primarily observed as a women's festival, Sindhara Dooj involves the exchange of gifts among women, and it is also referred to by various other names such as 'Soubhagya Dooj', 'Preeti Dwitiya', and 'Gauri Dwitiya'. For the year 2025, Sindhara Dooj will be celebrated on July 26th, a day before the festival of Hariyali Teej, and is observed during the auspicious month of Sawan. Let’s delve into the date, auspicious timings, significance, and associated remedies of Sindhara Dooj.

Shravana Month Date

• Beginning of Shukla Paksha (Waxing Phase): July 26th, 2025
• Conclusion of Shukla Paksha: 9th August 2025

Based on the lunar calendar, Sindhara Dooj will be celebrated on July 26, 2025.

What is Sindhara Dooj?

Sindhara Dooj occurs just a day before Hariyali Teej. On this day, women perform rituals dedicated to Goddess Brahmacharini, along with the worship of Goddess Gauri. Recognized also as Gauri Dwitiya, Soubhagya Dooj, or Sthanvya Vriddhi, this festival is mainly regarded as a celebration for newly married women or brides. Traditionally, mothers-in-law present gifts to their daughters-in-law on this day. Additionally, brides return to their in-laws' homes with presents given by their parents. After performing the puja for Goddess Gauri in the evening, they present their mothers-in-law with the gifts they received from their parents.

Importance of Sindhara Dooj

The festival emphasizes familial ties and the bond shared amongst women, encapsulating the essence of blessings and gifts exchanged between mothers and daughters-in-law. The observance of Sindhara Dooj aims to promote marital harmony and happiness, with a focus on the well-being of husbands and overall familial prosperity. The celebrations are marked by colorful rituals, song, and dance, infusing the environment with joy and festivity.

Remedies on Sindhara Dooj

The day of Sindhara Dooj is considered auspicious for performing certain remedies aimed at invoking prosperity, happiness, and spiritual well-being:

• Donating Jaggery: On this day, donating jaggery to the needy is believed to alleviate financial difficulties. It is a small yet impactful gesture that can create joy and abundance in one's life.
• Offering White Clothes: Donating white clothes to the less fortunate is seen as a way to attract peace and prosperity into one’s life. It is also believed to draw blessings from Lord Shiva and the Moon God (Chandra Dev).
• Applying Sindoor: Married women are advised to apply sindoor (vermilion) obtained from the temple on this day for the longevity of their husbands.
• Offering 16 Adornments: Women visit temples to offer 16 types of adornments to Goddess Parvati, praying for their husband’s wisdom and long life.
• Preparing Kheer: Donating kheer made of rice and milk is also deemed highly auspicious during Sindhara Dooj, as it is believed to help remove obstacles in life and open pathways to success.
  

Conclusion

Sindhara Dooj stands as a jubilant reminder of the importance of relationships, especially among women, and reinforces the bonds between mothers-in-law and daughters-in-law through the beautiful traditions and customs that accompany this festival. As 2025 approaches, preparations for Sindhara Dooj will begin, filling hearts with joy and homes with warmth. By observing the necessary rituals and remedies, devotees can not only seek blessings for themselves but also contribute to the wellness of their families and communities, fostering an atmosphere of love, peace, and prosperity.