Sarhul Festival of Jharkhand

On 1st April 2025, tribal communities in Jharkhand and the larger Chhotanagpur region celebrated the New Year and the arrival of spring with the Sarhul festival.

About Sarhul

The Sarhul festival is a significant celebration for tribal communities in Jharkhand and surrounding areas, marking the onset of spring and the start of the new year.

  • The festival is centred on the worship of the Sal tree, which symbolizes the vital connection between the Sun and Earth.

When and how is Sarhul celebrated?

Sarhul is observed in the Hindu month of Chaitra (March-April), aligning with the onset of spring.

  • The main festivities take ....
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