The holds deep cultural, historical, and nostalgic value for Maharashtrians worldwide. Serving as a bridge between the traditional Hindu lunisolar system ( Shalivahana Shaka ) and the Gregorian calendar, the year 1987 featured a fascinating alignment of traditional tithis, major festivals, and planetary transits.
The 1987 calendar was punctuated by several significant religious and social observances: 1987 Marathi Festivals Calendar for New Delhi, NCT, India
A profoundly important day for devotees of Vitthal, marking the start of Chaturmas.
| Marathi Month (Saka 1909) | Start Date (Gregorian) | End Date (Gregorian) | Season (Ritu) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | March 30, 1987 | April 28, 1987 | Vasant (Spring) | | Vaishakha | April 29, 1987 | May 28, 1987 | Grishma (Summer) | | Jyeshtha | May 29, 1987 | June 26, 1987 | Grishma | | Ashadha | June 27, 1987 | July 26, 1987 | Varsha (Monsoon) | | Shravana | July 27, 1987 | August 24, 1987 | Varsha | | Bhadrapada | August 25, 1987 | September 23, 1987 | Sharad (Autumn) | | Ashwina | September 24, 1987 | October 22, 1987 | Sharad | | Kartika | October 23, 1987 | November 21, 1987 | Hemant (Pre-winter) | | Margashirsha | November 22, 1987 | December 20, 1987 | Hemant | | Pausha | December 21, 1987 | January 18, 1988 | Shishir (Winter) | | Magha | Jan 19, 1988 (Part of 1988) | - | Shishir | | Phalguna | Feb 18, 1988 | - | Vasant |
: The Gregorian calendar for 1987 is identical to the one for 2026 , meaning they share the same days and dates. Hindu Calendar January 1987 - Prokerala marathi calendar 1987
Nine nights of worshipping Goddess Durga, ending with the victory of Rama over Ravana. 3. Winter Festivals (November – December 1987)
The year closed with a focus on family deity worship and fasting on Thursdays ( Margashirsha Guruvar Vrat ), which is highly popular among Maharashtrian women. Adhik Maas (Intercalary Month) Check
For millions of Maharashtrians around the world, the calendar is more than just a tool to track days; it is a sacred Panchang that dictates the rhythm of life. The corresponds to the Shalivahan Shaka era 1909-1910 . This period was marked by significant cultural continuity, agricultural cycles, and religious ceremonies that still resonate with those who lived through it or study Marathi history.
Today, the 1987 Marathi calendar holds value for researchers, astrologers, and individuals born in that year. In Indian astrology (Jyotisha), a person's birth chart (Janma Kundali) is cast using the exact planetary positions, tithi, nakshatra, and yoga recorded in the panchang at their precise moment of birth in 1987. The holds deep cultural, historical, and nostalgic value
Included the concluding days of Diwali and Tulsi Vivah.
Falling on Ashwina Shuddha Dashami, this day symbolizes victory. In 1987, people exchanged Apta leaves (gold) and crossed borders ( Simollanghan ).
Anant Chaturdashi (visarjan) fell on September 7, 1987. This 11-day celebration brought the entire state to a halt as giant idols of Lord Ganesha were installed in every neighborhood.
In 1987, the Samvatsara transition occurred on (Gudi Padwa – Marathi New Year), switching from Ananda to Pramathi . The year Pramathi is generally considered auspicious for new beginnings and learning. | Marathi Month (Saka 1909) | Start Date
Dedicated to solar deities and Maha Shivratri.
Shaka 1908 was known as – a name given according to the 60-year Jupiter cycle. Sarvadhari means “bearer of all” and is considered moderately favorable for agriculture and spiritual pursuits.
Chaitra Navratri culminated with Ram Navami on , followed closely by Hanuman Jayanti on the full moon day of April 13, 1987 . 4. Ashadhi Ekadashi