Ekadashi Vrat is one of the important fasting traditions followed by many Hindu families in Odisha. Ekadashi occurs on the 11th lunar day of both the waxing and waning phases of the Moon, making it a recurring observance throughout the year. In Odisha, devotees generally use the Odia Panjika to identify Ekadashi dates and the … Read more
The month of Shravan holds a special place in the religious traditions of Odisha. During this sacred period, devotees of Lord Shiva visit temples, observe fasting, offer water to the Shiva Lingam and take part in different forms of worship. For many devotees, Shravan is also a time for pilgrimage. Some travel to nearby temples, … Read more
Bol Bom 2026 will once again bring thousands of Shiva devotees together across Odisha during the sacred month of Shravan. Devotees known as Kanwariyas or Bol Bom devotees undertake pilgrimages carrying holy water and offer it to Lord Shiva at temples. The sight of saffron-clad devotees walking along roads with decorated kanwars is closely associated … Read more
Shravan, also known as Sawan, is one of the most important months for devotees of Lord Shiva. In Odisha, the month has a special religious and cultural significance, with thousands of devotees taking part in Bol Bom, carrying holy water and visiting Shiva temples. The Bol Bom tradition combines devotion, pilgrimage, fasting and community participation. … Read more