Indian Festivals Part 3: Jamai Sasthi
Significance of Indian festival Jamai Sasthi 1. Name of the fesival Jamai Sasthi . Jamai Sasthi is a traditional Bengali festival that is observed by Bengali communities worldwide as well as in West Bengal, India. On this day Son in laws (Jamai) are honored by bride's house especially by Mother in law. 2. Celebration date In the month of Jaishthya (May-June), it is observed on the sixth day of the Shukla Paksha (moon's waxing phase). 3. Celebration mode The mothers-in-law perform a special puja (ritual) for their sons-in-law during Jamai Sasthi in order to obtain blessings for their happiness and prosperity. As a sign of their love and gratitude, they give them gifts and new clothing. A lavish feast made up of traditional Bengali dishes is also prepared by the mothers-in-law for their sons-in-law. Home made sweets on the occasion of Jamai Sasthi 2023 The sons-in-law are honored and pampered on this day of celebration. 4. ...