Question 1

When is Andolana Tritiya observed?

Accepted Answer

Andolana Tritiya falls on the third lunar day, called Tritiya, of the bright fortnight, or Shukla Paksha, in the lunar month of Chaitra. The tithi present at sunrise governs the observance, so the civil date changes each year and must be checked locally.

Question 2

Which deity is worshipped on Andolana Tritiya?

Accepted Answer

The name Andolana suggests rocking, swinging, or gentle movement, but the presiding deity and the story of the day are not securely established here. Its classification connects it with Vaishnava practice and Devi puja, yet a specific goddess or narrative should not be assumed without local authority.

Question 3

How is Andolana Tritiya celebrated?

Accepted Answer

A cautious household observance begins with cleaning the shrine, bathing or respectfully preparing the image, lighting a lamp, and offering water, flowers, fruit, and a simple devotional meal. A swing ceremony, fast, and particular mantra should be followed only when prescribed by the family or temple tradition.

Question 4

Does Andolana Tritiya have a fixed calendar date?

Accepted Answer

No fixed Gregorian date can be assigned to Andolana Tritiya. It is located through Chaitra Shukla Tritiya, with the tithi at sunrise deciding the observance day; the local panchanga gives the corresponding civil date for a particular year and place.

Date	Tithi	Lunar month	Governing time
Thu, 11 Apr, 2024	ShuklaShukla Tritiya	Chaitra	sunrise (udaya tithi)
Tue, 1 Apr, 2025	ShuklaShukla Chaturthi	Chaitra	sunrise (udaya tithi)
Sat, 21 Mar, 2026	ShuklaShukla Tritiya	Chaitra	sunrise (udaya tithi)
Fri, 9 Apr, 2027	ShuklaShukla Tritiya	Chaitra	sunrise (udaya tithi)
Wed, 29 Mar, 2028	ShuklaShukla Tritiya	Chaitra	sunrise (udaya tithi)
Tue, 17 Apr, 2029	ShuklaShukla Tritiya	Chaitra	sunrise (udaya tithi)
Sat, 6 Apr, 2030	ShuklaShukla Tritiya	Chaitra	sunrise (udaya tithi)
Wed, 26 Mar, 2031	ShuklaShukla Tritiya	Chaitra	sunrise (udaya tithi)
Mon, 12 Apr, 2032	ShuklaShukla Tritiya	Chaitra	sunrise (udaya tithi)

Andolana Tritiya

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