Today Desi Month Date in Pakistan & India 2024

Desi Punjabi MonthMagghar Month Today Date 2024
Today Desi Punjabi Month Date06 Magghar,مگھر,ਮੱਘਰ
Desi Punjabi Year2081
TodayThursday,ਵੀਰਵਾਰVīravāra,جمعرات
English Calendar Date21-11-2024
Desi Punjabi Month Date In Urduآج مگھر 06 دیسی مہینے کی تاریخ ہے۔
Desi Punjabi Month Date In Punjabiਅੱਜ ਦੇਸੀ ਮਹੀਨੇ 06 ਮੱਘਰ ਦੀ ਤਾਰੀਖ ਹੈ।
Desi Punjabi Month Date In Hindiआज देशी मास 06 मगहर की तिथि है।

Desi Month Punjabi Calendar Date Today 2024

Today is Thursday, November 21, 2024, but according to the desi calendar, it’s ਵੀਰਵਾਰVīravāra 06 Magghar, 2081.

The Desi Punjabi Month Calendar is more than just a way to track days it’s a reflection of a rich cultural heritage that spans across Pakistan and India. This unique calendar, deeply rooted in agrarian traditions, is still used today to mark important festivals, agricultural activities, and cultural events. For anyone looking to explore Punjabi culture or understand the traditional systems that have shaped life in the Punjabi regions, this calendar offers invaluable insights.

The Desi Punjabi Month Calendar, also known as the Nanakshahi Calendar, is a solar calendar used in the Punjab region of India and Pakistan. This calendar is significant for the Sikh community, marking important dates and festivals related to Sikh history and culture. Each month in the Nanakshahi Calendar aligns closely with the Gregorian calendar months but retains traditional Punjabi names such as Chet, Vaisakh, and Jeth. The calendar starts with the month of Chet, which usually begins on March 14. It was established to provide a more consistent and uniform way for Sikhs around the world to celebrate key events, including Gurpurabs, which commemorate the birthdays and martyrdoms of the Sikh Gurus.

Why the Punjabi Calendar Matters?

Understanding the Punjabi Calendar offers insights into the rich cultural tapestry of Punjab. It showcases how deeply intertwined the people are with their land, traditions, and community. For those looking to explore or refine their personal connection to the region, this calendar is a gateway to understanding its soul.

Chet (Mid-March to Mid-April)

Chet marks the beginning of the Punjabi New Year, kicked off with the grand festival of Baisakhi. This is a time of new beginnings, hope, and prosperity. Farmers begin sowing their fields, and the bazaars are filled with the vibrant colors of spring produce. Baisakhi is not just a harvest festival but also a time of thanksgiving, marked by joyous celebrations and communal gatherings.

Vaisakh (Mid-April to Mid-May)

Vaisakh carries forward the Baisakhi fervor with religious processions and rituals, particularly around the Golden Temple in Amritsar. This month marks the start of the solar year in Sikh tradition, drawing devotees from around the world to offer their prayers. The sense of community and spiritual renewal is palpable during this time.

Jeth (Mid-May to Mid-June)

Jeth is synonymous with blistering heat, but it also signifies the onset of mango season. Families delight in the “king of fruits” in various delectable forms. This month also features the important festival of Gurgaddi, honoring the installation of Guru Granth Sahib as the eternal Guru. Despite the heat, the spiritual fervor remains high.

Harh (Mid-June to Mid-July)

Harh brings the much-needed respite of the monsoon season. Lohri festival, which marks the end of the harvest season, is a highlight this month. Folks gather around bonfires, singing and dancing to traditional folk tunes. The arrival of the rains is seen as a blessing, rejuvenating both the land and the people.

Saawan (Mid-July to Mid-August)

Saawan is a month of lush greenery and cool, rejuvenating showers. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Monday fasts called “Somvar Vrats” are observed to seek the deity’s blessings. The Nag Panchami festival, which honors the snake god, is also a significant event. The entire region comes alive with the vibrant colors of nature and the spiritual fervor of the people.

Bhadon (Mid-August to Mid-September)

Bhadon is a time for major Sikh historical events. It commemorates the controversial partition of Punjab and India in 1947. The month begins with the festival of Teej, a day dedicated to the health and longevity of one’s spouse. Despite the somber remembrance, the community comes together in solidarity and hope.

Assu (Mid-September to Mid-October)

Assu marks the beginning of the autumn season and is significant for the Dussehra festival. This festival symbolizes the victory of good over evil, celebrated with great fanfare. Effigies of the demon king Ravana are burnt in various parts of the region, culminating in a display of communal unity and moral triumph.

Katik (Mid-October to Mid-November)

Katik is the time for the harvest of the Kharif crop and the onset of winter. The month is marked by the observance of Diwali, the festival of lights. Homes are lit with oil lamps, and fireworks light up the night sky. This is a time of joy, prosperity, and familial bonding.

Magh (Mid-November to Mid-December)

Magh is the month of Maghi, celebrated in honor of the Chali Mukte, forty Sikh warriors who died fighting for Guru Gobind Singh Ji. This month also sees the observance of Lohri, dedicated to fire and the sun. The community gathers to celebrate bravery, sacrifice, and the enduring spirit of Sikhism.

Poh (Mid-December to Mid-January)

Poh marks the onset of winter in Punjab, a time of intense cold. The winter solstice is celebrated with the festival of Maghi, acknowledging the sun’s movement into the Capricorn zodiac sign. Despite the cold, the warmth of community and togetherness shines through.

Maghar (Mid-January to Mid-February)

Maghar is a month of hope and courage. Punjabis commemorate their martyrs and celebrate the harvest of the Rabi crop. The month concludes with the festival of Hola Mohalla, a grand military-style event showcasing Punjab’s martial legacy. It’s a time of remembrance, pride, and communal strength.

Phagun (Mid-February to Mid-March)

Phagun ushers in the spring season with the joyous celebrations of Holi, the festival of colors.It marks the end of the Punjabi Desi Month Calendar, completing the cyclical nature of life and festivities in the vibrant Punjabi community.

Celebrating the Cycles of Life

The Punjabi Calendar is more than a way to track dates; it’s a testament to the enduring spirit and vibrant culture of Punjab. Each month offers a unique blend of tradition, celebration, and community, making it a rich tapestry of life.

Desi Punjabi Calendar Days Names List

Days in EnglishDesi Days in PunjabiDays in Urdu
MondaySomvaarسوموار
TuesdayMangalvaarمنگل
WednesdayBudhvaarبدھ
ThursdayVeervaarجمعرات
FridayShukarvaarجمعہ
SaturdaySanicharvaarہفتہ
SundayAitvaarاتوار

Desi Punjabi Calendar Month Names List

Punjabi MonthUrdu NamesGregorian Months
Chetچیت14 March – 13 April
Vaisakhiبیساکھ14 April – 14 May
Jethجیٹھ15 May – 14 June
Harhہاڑ15 June – 15 July
Sawanساون16 July – 15 August
Bhadonبھادوں16 August – 14 September
Assuاسو15 September – 14 October
Katakکاتک15 October – 13 November
Magharمگھر14 November – 13 December
Pohپوہ14 December – 12 January
Maghماگھ13 January – 12 February
Phagunپھاگن13 February – 14 March

Desi Month Full Calendar of 2024

Desi Month January 2024 Dates From Poh To Maagh

January 2024
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
 
1
17 Poh
 
2
18 Poh
 
3
19 Poh
 
4
20 Poh
 
5
21 Poh
 
6
22 Poh
 
7
23 Poh
 
8
24 Poh
 
9
25 Poh
 
10
26 Poh
 
11
27 Poh
 
12
28 Poh
 
13
29 Poh
 
14
1 Maagh
 
15
2 Maagh
 
16
3 Maagh
 
17
4 Maagh
 
18
5 Maagh
 
19
6 Maagh
 
20
7 Maagh
 
21
8 Maagh
 
22
9 Maagh
 
23
10 Maagh
 
24
11 Maagh
 
25
12 Maagh
 
26
13 Maagh
 
27
14 Maagh
 
28
15 Maagh
 
29
16 Maagh
 
30
17 Maagh
 
31
18 Maagh
   

Desi Month Dates of February 2024 From Maagh To Phagan

February 2024
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
1
19 Maagh
2
20 Maagh
3
21 Maagh
4
22 Maagh
5
23 Maagh
6
24 Maagh
7
25 Maagh
8
26 Maagh
9
27 Maagh
10
28 Maagh
11
29 Maagh
12
30 Maagh
13
1 Phagan
14
2 Phagan
15
3 Phagan
16
4 Phagan
17
5 Phagan
18
6 Phagan
19
7 Phagan
20
8 Phagan
21
9 Phagan
22
10 Phagan
23
11 Phagan
24
12 Phagan
25
13 Phagan
26
14 Phagan
27
15 Phagan
28
16 Phagan
29
17 Phagan

Desi Month Dates of March 2024 From Phagan To Chet

March 2024
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
 
 
 
 
 
1
18 Phagan
 
2
19 Phagan
 
3
20 Phagan
 
4
21 Phagan
 
5
22 Phagan
 
6
23 Phagan
 
7
24 Phagan
 
8
25 Phagan
 
9
26 Phagan
 
10
27 Phagan
 
11
28 Phagan
 
12
29 Phagan
 
13
30 Phagan
 
14
1 Chet
 
15
2 Chet
 
16
3 Chet
 
17
4 Chet
 
18
5 Chet
 
19
6 Chet
 
20
7 Chet
 
21
8 Chet
 
22
9 Chet
 
23
10 Chet
 
24
11 Chet
 
25
12 Chet
 
26
13 Chet
 
27
14 Chet
 
28
15 Chet
 
29
16 Chet
 
30
17 Chet
 
31
18 Che

Desi Month Dates of April 2024 From Chet To Vaisakh

April 2024
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
1
19 Chet
2
20 Chet
3
21 Chet
4
22 Chet
5
23 Chet
6
24 Chet
7
25 Chet
8
26 Chet
9
27 Chet
10
28 Chet
11
29 Chet
12
30 Chet
13
1 Vaisakh
14
2 Vaisakh
15
3 Vaisakh
16
4 Vaisakh
17
5 Vaisakh
18
6 Vaisakh
19
7 Vaisakh
20
8 Vaisakh
21
9 Vaisakh
22
10 Vaisakh
23
11 Vaisakh
24
12 Vaisakh
25
13 Vaisakh
26
14 Vaisakh
27
15 Vaisakh
28
16 Vaisakh
29
17 Vaisakh
30
18 Vaisakh

Desi Month Dates Of May 2024 From Vaisakh To Jeth

May 2024
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
1
19 Vaisakh
2
20 Vaisakh
3
21 Vaisakh
4
22 Vaisakh
5
23 Vaisakh
6
24 Vaisakh
7
25 Vaisakh
8
26 Vaisakh
9
27 Vaisakh
10
28 Vaisakh
11
29 Vaisakh
12
30 Vaisakh
13
31 Vaisakh
14
1 Jeth
15
2 Jeth
16
3 Jeth
17
4 Jeth
18
5 Jeth
19
6 Jeth
20
7 Jeth
21
8 Jeth
22
9 Jeth
23
10 Jeth
24
11 Jeth
25
12 Jeth
26
13 Jeth
27
14 Jeth
28
15 Jeth
29
16 Jeth
30
17 Jeth
31
18 Jeth

Desi Month Dates of June 2024 From Jeth To Harh

June 2024
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
1
19 Jeth
2
20 Jeth
3
21 Jeth
4
22 Jeth
5
23 Jeth
6
24 Jeth
7
25 Jeth
8
26 Jeth
9
27 Jeth
10
28 Jeth
11
29 Jeth
12
30 Jeth
13
31 Jeth
14
1 Harh
15
2 Harh
16
3 Harh
17
4 Harh
18
5 Harh
19
6 Harh
20
7 Harh
21
8 Harh
22
9 Harh
23
10 Harh
24
11 Harh
25
12 Harh
26
13 Harh
27
14 Harh
28
15 Harh
29
16 Harh
30
17 Harh

Desi Month Dates of July 2024 From Harh To Sawan

July 2024
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
1
18 Harh
2
19 Harh
3
20 Harh
4
21 Harh
5
22 Harh
6
23 Harh
7
24 Harh
8
25 Harh
9
26 Harh
10
27 Harh
11
28 Harh
12
29 Harh
13
30 Harh
14
31 Harh
15
32 Harh
16
1 Sawan
17
2 Sawan
18
3 Sawan
19
4 Sawan
20
5 Sawan
21
6 Sawan
22
7 Sawan
23
8 Sawan
24
9 Sawan
25
10 Sawan
26
11 Sawan
27
12 Sawan
28
13 Sawan
29
14 Sawan
30
15 Sawan
31
16 Sawan

Desi Month Dates of August 2024 From Sawan To Bhadon

August 2024
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
1
17 Sawan
2
18 Sawan
3
19 Sawan
4
20 Sawan
5
21 Sawan
6
22 Sawan
7
23 Sawan
8
24 Sawan
9
25 Sawan
10
26 Sawan
11
27 Sawan
12
28 Sawan
13
29 Sawan
14
30 Sawan
15
31 Sawan
16
1 Bhadon
17
2 Bhadon
18
3 Bhadon
19
4 Bhadon
20
5 Bhadon
21
6 Bhadon
22
7 Bhadon
23
8 Bhadon
24
9 Bhadon
25
10 Bhadon
26
11 Bhadon
27
12 Bhadon
28
13 Bhadon
29
14 Bhadon
30
15 Bhadon
31
16 Bhadon

Desi Month Dates Of September 2024 From Bhadon To Assu

September 2024
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
1
17 Bhadon
2
18 Bhadon
3
19 Bhadon
4
20 Bhadon
5
21 Bhadon
6
22 Bhadon
7
23 Bhadon
8
24 Bhadon
9
25 Bhadon
10
26 Bhadon
11
27 Bhadon
12
28 Bhadon
13
29 Bhadon
14
30 Bhadon
15
31 Bhadon
16
1 Assu
17
2 Assu
18
3 Assu
19
4 Assu
20
5 Assu
21
6 Assu
22
7 Assu
23
8 Assu
24
9 Assu
25
10 Assu
26
11 Assu
27
12 Assu
28
13 Assu
29
14 Assu
30
15 Assu

Desi Month Dates Of October 2024 From Assu To Kattak

October 2024
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
1
16 Assu
2
17 Assu
3
18 Assu
4
19 Assu
5
20 Assu
6
21 Assu
7
22 Assu
8
23 Assu
9
24 Assu
10
25 Assu
11
26 Assu
12
27 Assu
13
28 Assu
14
29 Assu
15
30 Assu
16
31 Assu
17
1 Kattak
18
2 Kattak
19
3 Kattak
20
4 Kattak
21
5 Kattak
22
6 Kattak
23
7 Kattak
24
8 Kattak
25
9 Kattak
26
10 Kattak
27
11 Kattak
28
12 Kattak
29
13 Kattak
30
14 Kattak
31
15 Kattak

Desi Month Dates Of November 2024 From Kattak To Maghar

November 2024
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
1
16 Kattak
2
17 Kattak
3
18 Kattak
4
19 Kattak
5
20 Kattak
6
21 Kattak
7
22 Kattak
8
23 Kattak
9
24 Kattak
10
25 Kattak
11
26 Kattak
12
27 Kattak
13
28 Kattak
14
29 Kattak
15
1 Maghar
16
2 Maghar
17
3 Maghar
18
4 Maghar
19
5 Maghar
20
6 Maghar
21
7 Maghar
22
8 Maghar
23
9 Maghar
24
10 Maghar
25
11 Maghar
26
12 Maghar
27
13 Maghar
28
14 Maghar
29
15 Maghar
30
16 Maghar

Desi Month Dates of December 2024 From Maghar To Poh

December 2024
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
1
17 Maghar
2
18 Maghar
3
19 Maghar
4
20 Maghar
5
21 Maghar
6
22 Maghar
7
23 Maghar
8
24 Maghar
9
25 Maghar
10
26 Maghar
11
27 Maghar
12
28 Maghar
13
29 Maghar
14
30 Maghar
15
1 Poh
16
2 Poh
17
3 Poh
18
4 Poh
19
5 Poh
20
6 Poh
21
7 Poh
22
8 Poh
23
9 Poh
24
10 Poh
25
11 Poh
26
12 Poh
27
13 Poh
28
14 Poh
29
15 Poh
30
16 Poh
31
17 Poh

Sangrand Dates 2024

MonthSangrand 2024Day of WeekDesi Month
January14 JAN 2024SundayMaagh
February13 FEB 2024TuesdayPhagan
March14 MAR 2024ThursdayChet
April13 APR 2024SaturdayVaisakh
May14 MAY 2024TuesdayJeth
June14 JUN 2024FridayHarh
July16 JUL 2024TuesdaySawan
August16 AUG 2024FridayBhadon
September16 SEP 2024MondayAssu
October17 OCT 2024ThursdayKattak
November16 NOV 2024SaturdayMaghar
December15 DEC 2024SundayPoh

Masya in 2024

Masya DateDay of Week
11 January 2024Thursday
9 February 2024Friday
10 March 2024Sunday
8 April 2024Monday
8 May 2024Wednesday
6 June 2024Thursday
5 July 2024Friday
4 August 2024Sunday
2-3 September 2024Monday, Tuesday
2 October 2024Wednesday
1 November 2024Friday
1 December 2024Sunday
30 December 2024Monday

Puranmashi in 2024

Puranmashi DateDay of Week
25 January 2024Thursday
24 February 2024Saturday
25 March 2024Monday
23 April 2024Tuesday
23 May 2024Thursday
22 June 2024Saturday
21 July 2024Sunday
19 August 2024Monday
18 September 2024Wednesday
17 October 2024Thursday
15 November 2024Friday
15 December 2024Sunday

Panchami in 2024

Panchami DateDay of Week
15 January 2024Monday
14 February 2024Wednesday
14 March 2024Thursday
13 April 2024Saturday
12 May 2024Sunday
11 June 2024Tuesday
11 July 2024Thursday
9 August 2024Friday
8 September 2024Sunday
8 October 2024Tuesday
6 November 2024Wednesday
6 December 2024Friday

Dashmi in 2024

Dashmi DateDay of Week
20 January 2024Saturday
19 February 2024Monday
19 March 2024Tuesday
18 April 2024Thursday
18 May 2024Saturday
16 June 2024Sunday
16 July 2024Tuesday
15 August 2024Thursday
13 September 2024Friday
13 October 2024Sunday
11 November 2024Monday
10 December 2024Tuesday

FAQ

What farming activities are typical during the month of Maghar?

Maghar (mid-January to mid-February) is characterized by the harvest of the Rabi crop. This month is also a period of remembrance and tribute to Punjabi martyrs, as well as the celebration of Hola Mohalla, a festival showcasing Punjab’s martial traditions.

What is the significance of Magh in the Punjabi Desi Calendar?

Magh (mid-November to mid-December) is significant for the festival of Maghi, honoring the memory of the Chali Mukte or forty Sikh warriors. Lohri, a festival dedicated to fire and the sun, also takes place in this month.

How is the intense cold of Poh observed?

Poh (mid-December to mid-January) marks the onset of winter and includes celebrations for the winter solstice, such as the festival of Maghi. This month is known for its chilly weather, leading up to the celebration of Maghi that acknowledges the sun’s movement into Capricorn.

What festivals mark the end of the Punjabi Desi Month Calendar?

The Punjabi Desi Month Calendar year concludes with Phagun (mid-February to mid-March), which brings in the spring season and is celebrated with the vibrant festival of Holi. This festival of colors represents love, joy, and the victory of good over evil.

How does the Punjabi Desi Month Calendar connect with agricultural practices?

The Punjabi Desi Month Calendar is closely linked to the agricultural cycles, guiding the timing of planting, harvesting, and various seasonal festivals. Each month corresponds to specific agricultural activities and cultural traditions, reflecting the deep connection between the Punjabi way of life and the rhythms of nature.

What is the Desi Punjabi Month Calendar?

The Desi Punjabi Month Calendar, also known as the Nanakshahi Calendar, is a solar calendar used in the Punjab region of India and Pakistan. This calendar is significant for the Sikh community, marking important dates and festivals related to Sikh history and culture.