ITDC India e-Press / Agencies

On the occasion of Somvati Amavasya, women worshipped the Peepal tree with devotion and faith. During the rituals, women circumambulated the Peepal tree, listened to the story of Savitri and Satyavan, and prayed for the long life of their husbands and the happiness and prosperity of their families.

According to religious beliefs, Somvati Amavasya holds special significance. On this day, women observe a fast, perform worship and prayers, and pray for the well-being of their families. During the worship, circumambulation was performed around the Peepal tree. This was followed by the listening of the story of Savitri and Satyavan.

It is believed that Savitri, through her firm resolve and devotion as a wife, secured the return of her husband Satyavan’s life from Yamaraj. Remembering this story, women pray for their husbands’ long lives and the auspiciousness of married life.

Through worship on Somvati Amavasya, women prayed for family happiness, peace and prosperity. On this festival linked with religious faith, the tradition of Peepal worship and listening to the religious story was observed.


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