Marathi: Calendar 2003
While the above table gives a broad overview, the traditional calendar is defined by more specific events. Here is a detailed list of religious observances for key months in 2003:
This day marks the beginning of the new Samvatsara, and in 2003, the year was named . marathi calendar 2003
The month of Ashadi Ekadashi , celebrating the procession to Pandharpur. While the above table gives a broad overview,
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The Marathi calendar 2003 is a significant cultural and historical document that reflects the rich heritage of Maharashtra. The calendar provides a window into the state's traditions and customs, and highlights the importance of festivals and events in Marathi culture. This paper has provided an overview of the Marathi calendar 2003, including its cultural and historical significance. It is hoped that this paper will contribute to a deeper understanding of the Marathi calendar and its importance in Indian culture.
| Month | Key Holidays & Observances (2025) | | :--- | :--- | | | Makar Sankranti (Jan 14) , Republic Day (Jan 26) | | February 2003 | Vasant Panchami (Feb 6) | | March 2003 | Maha Shivaratri (Mar 1) , Holi (Mar 18) | | April 2003 | Gudi Padwa (Apr 2) , Ugadi (Apr 2), Rama Navami (Apr 10) | | May 2003 | Akshaya Tritiya (May 4) | | June 2003 | Vat Purnima (Jun 14) | | July 2003 | Guru Purnima (Jul 13) | | August 2003 | Narali Pournima (Aug 12) , Ganesh Chaturthi (Aug 31) , Raksha Bandhan (Aug 12) | | September 2003 | Ganesh Visarjan (Sep 9), Anant Chaturdashi (Sep 9) | | October 2003 | Sharad Navaratri Begins (Sep 27) , Dussehra (Oct 6) , Diwali (Oct 25) , Karva Chauth | | November 2003 | Dev Diwali (Nov 8), Tulsi Vivah | | December 2003 | Datta Jayanti (Dec 7), Christmas (Dec 25) |
October 2003 was packed with major festivals. Navratri began on September 26 and culminated with Dasara (Vijayadashami) on October 5, 2003. The Diwali festivities started with Vasu Baras and Dhanatrayodashi in late October. Kartik / Margashirsha (November 2003)