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Hindu Festival

Gita Jayanti

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Next · 20 December 2026 · Ekadashi of Shukla paksha, Margashirsha — anniversary of the Bhagavad Gita
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days until Gita Jayanti

Shubh Muhurat

Full panchang, Rahu Kaal, and muhurat windows will be available closer to 20 December 2026.

We compute auspicious time windows with Swiss Ephemeris when the festival falls within our 38-day panchang window.

Significance

Gita Jayanti commemorates the day Lord Krishna delivered the Bhagavad Gita to the warrior Arjuna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra. Devotees read all 18 chapters of the Gita on this day; the largest celebration is at Kurukshetra itself.

Rituals & Traditions

Upcoming dates

Observed by: Hindus

Frequently asked questions

When is Gita Jayanti?

Gita Jayanti is next observed on 20 December 2026. The festival follows ekadashi of shukla paksha, margashirsha — anniversary of the bhagavad gita.

What is Gita Jayanti?

Gita Jayanti commemorates the day Lord Krishna delivered the Bhagavad Gita to the warrior Arjuna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra. Devotees read all 18 chapters of the Gita on this day; the largest celebration is at Kurukshetra itself.

Who observes Gita Jayanti?

Gita Jayanti is observed by Hindus.