Teej 2025 differentnce: Teej festival is very important in Indian culture, but it has many forms and different names, whose beliefs are also very different. Most of us consider Hariyali Teej, Hartalika Teej and Kajri Teej the same, while all three are different. The time to celebrate all three Teej is also different.

In today’s article, we will know the difference between these three Teej. With this, when and why are they celebrated? What is the importance of these three Teej? Today we will throw light on all such things, so that next time you can also make the difference between these three Teej clear.

Hariyali Teej
Hariyali Teej is celebrated on Tritiya Tithi of Shukla Paksha of Sawan month. This Teej is mainly dedicated to nature, greenery and suhagin women. On this day, women swing the swing, make 16 adornments with folk songs.

It is also called Teej of Sawan. This year Hariyali Teej was on 27 July 2025, Monday.

Hartalika Teej
Hartalika Teej comes in the third date of the Shukla Paksha of Bhadrapada month i.e. in the month of Bhado. Talk about the importance of this Teej, Mother Parvati received Shiva as husband through difficult penance.

Hartalika Teej fast is both Suhagin and unmarried women. In this, women fast for Nirjala and receive food after 24 hours. This year, the fast of Hartalika Teej will be observed on 26 August 2025 Tuesday.

Kajri (Kajali) Teej
Kajri Teej is also called Kajali Teej. This comes on Tritiya Tithi of Krishna Paksha of Teej Bhado month. It is mainly celebrated in Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar in North India.

In this Teej, women sing Kajri songs. This fast is also observed for the good fortune of Suhagin women and the long life of husband. This year the fast of Kajri Teej was on 12 August 2025, Tuesday.

The main difference between all three teej

• Hariyali Teej comes at the beginning of the month of Sawan, which is associated with nature and greenery.
• Hartalika is celebrated on the third date of Teej Bhadrapada Shukla, which is associated with the story of Shiva-Parvati.
• Kajri Teej Bhadrapada Krishna III is celebrated.

The month of August brings with them many religious, cultural and national festivals every year. In this month, the festival of Rakshabandhan is celebrated to dedicated to the unbreakable bond of another brother and sister. On the other hand, major festivals like Shri Krishna Janmashtami, Hartalika Teej and Ganesh Chaturthi are also celebrated. Apart from this, a national festival like Independence Day awakens the spirit of patriotism. In such a situation, today we know which special days and festivals are coming in this August. Whose religious and cultural significance is considered very large.

August 01: Yorkshire Day and World Lung Cancer Day

The month of August begins with Yorkshire Day which is dedicated to the cultural heritage of Yorkshire, England. Along with this, World Lung Cancer Day is also celebrated on this day, which is celebrated for the purpose of spreading awareness about lung cancer.

August 03: Friendship Day

The first Sunday of August is celebrated as a celebration of friendship around the world. This day is special for those people who understand the importance of friends in life and want to make them feel special. On this day, people celebrate by tying a friendship band with their friends.

06 August: Hiroshima Dey

Hiroshima Dey is celebrated on 06 August. This day is reminiscent of the nuclear attack on Hiroshima of Japan in 1945. It is considered to be a day to think about the result in the frightening of war and spread the message of peace.

August 08: Jhulan Purnima and Tendong Low Room Fat

Jhulan Utsav is celebrated on 08 August in many parts of eastern India. In which the tableau of Radha Krishna is decorated on the swing of Krishna. On this day, Tendong Low Room Fat is celebrated by expressing gratitude to the Tendong Mountains on behalf of the Lepcha community of Sikkim.

09 August: Rakshabandhan

Rakshabandhan, dedicated to the sweetness of siblings relationship, will be celebrated on 9 August this year. On this day, the sisters tie a defense thread on their brother’s wrist and the brothers promise to protect the sisters throughout their life.

August 12: International Youth Day

International Youth Day is celebrated every year on 12 August. On this day, many types of programs seminars are organized in which issues related to youth are discussed. At the same time, this day is celebrated to honor the energy, creative and their roles in society.

August 13: Patriots Day

Patriots is celebrated in Manipur. In Manipur, this day is celebrated in memory of the heroes who sacrificed against British rule in 1891. Patriots Day is the most emotional and proud day in the history of Manipur state.

August 15: Independence Day and Parsi New Year

On August 15, India will celebrate its 79 Independence Day. On this day, the celebration of India’s independence is celebrated across the country. Along with this, the New Year of Parsi community will also be celebrated on this day. This day where a symbol of patriotism is also formed, the new life and new beginnings are also formed.

15-16 August: Janmashtami

Janmashtami, celebrated in the joy of the birth of Lord Krishna, will be celebrated on 15 and 16 August for 2 days. On this day, grand tableaux are decorated in temples from Mathura and Vrindavan to the country. On the day of Janmashtami, devotees are fasted in devotion to Shri Krishna.

August 16: Day-Zur Transfer Day

This day is celebrated in memory of the official merger of Puducherry in India. In 1962, on this day, France made a treaty with India and made Puducherry a part of the Indian Republic.

August 26: Hartalika Teej

In India, Hartalika Teej is a Hindu festival celebrated on the Tritiya Tithi of the Shukla Paksha of the month of Bhadrapada. This festival is mainly celebrated in North India. On this day, women observe Nirjala fast remembering the story of Shiva Parvati’s marriage. This day is associated with married, happiness, good fortune and devotion.

August 27: Ganesh Chaturthi

Ganesh Chaturthi, celebrated as the birth celebration of Lord Ganesha, is celebrated with great pomp across the country on this day. The most grand Ganesh Chaturthi in India is famous in Maharashtra. This festival of Lord Ganesha’s birth lasts for ten days. In which devotees enthron Ganpati Bappa in homes and pandals.

August 28: Nuakhai

The main crop of Odisha is celebrated the next day of Nuakhai Ganesh Chaturthi. This day is celebrated to welcome the first produce of new paddy in Odisha. Along with this, this day is also considered a symbol of respect for agricultural traditions.

August 29: National Sports Day

National Sports Day is celebrated on 29 August every year on the birth anniversary of hockey magician Major Dhyanchand. On this day, players who illuminate the name of the country are honored. Also, by celebrating this day, emphasis is also laid on the importance of sports.

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