When will we celebrate Parshuram Jayanti this year? Parshuram Jayanti will be celebrated on April 29, 2025, but it will also fall on April 30. Devotees revere Lord Parshuram, the sixth incarnation of Lord Vishnu, as the supreme devotee of Lord Shiva. According to the Hindu calendar, they observe Parshuram Jayanti every year on the Tritiya Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Vaishakh. Lord Parshuram was born during the Pradosh Kaal to Mata Renuka and Rishi Jamadagni, and people consider him to be immortal. They also celebrate the festival of Akshaya Tritiya on the same day.
Shubh Muhurat (Auspicious Timing):
- Tritiya Tithi Begins: 5:31 PM on April 29, 2025
- Tritiya Tithi Ends: 2:12 PM on April 30, 2025
Why Is Lord Parshuram’s Worship Less Popular Despite Being A Vishnu Incarnation?
- Anti-Kshatriya Image: Lord Parashurama killed unrighteous Kshatriyas like Sahastrabahu, leading some communities to see him as an angry warrior, limiting his widespread worship.
- Ascetic Lifestyle: As a warrior-sage devoted to protecting scriptures and dharma, Parashurama had no family life, making it harder for devotees to form a personal emotional bond with him.
- Regional Worship: His devotion is mainly concentrated in South India and among some Brahmin communities, while worship of other Vishnu avatars like Ram and Krishna is more popular elsewhere.
- Future-Oriented Role: Mythology states that Parashurama is immortal and will train the future Kalki avatar, making his worship more future-focused rather than centered on present blessings.
Significance Of Parashurama Jayanti
People celebrate Lord Parashurama Jayanti as an important festival dedicated to the worship of religion, scriptures, and weapons. Devotees believe that observing a fast and performing puja on this day brings courage, strength, and peace. Childless couples consider this fast especially beneficial for having children. They view acts of charity on this day as significant, believing that they pave the way for salvation and prosperity. Additionally, people see this day as a special opportunity to receive the blessings of Lord Vishnu.
Punjab Declares April 29 A Gazetted Holiday
The Punjab government has declared that it will close all government offices on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, to observe Lord Parshu Ram Jayanti. Authorities have made it an official holiday, and they will close all schools and colleges on that day.
