Why we celebrate
Kajari Teej is a North Indian monsoon festival celebrating the sowing of crops and the joy of women.
North India regional tradition
Festival Profile
Kajari Teej
North Indian monsoon festival celebrating the sowing of crops and joy of women.
Kajari Teej is a North Indian monsoon festival celebrating the sowing of crops and the joy of women.
When
Kajari Teej falls on the third day of the dark fortnight of Bhadrapada (August-September).
Since when it is followed
The Kajari Teej tradition is ancient, tied to the agricultural cycle.
Regional tradition
Who celebrates / for whom
Celebrated by women, especially in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh.
Origin
The origin is the monsoon season and the sowing of crops, celebrated with songs and swings.
Regional agricultural tradition
Key deities
Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati are worshipped, and the neem tree is honoured.
How to celebrate
Women swing, sing Kajari folk songs, and worship under a neem tree.
Rituals & offerings
Swinging, Kajari songs, and worship under the neem tree.
Key facts
Kajari Teej is also called Badi Teej and is associated with swings and songs.
Regional tradition