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Shani Jayanti
Shani Jayanti
Shani Jayanti is an important religious festival celebrated with traditions that reflect faith, community, heritage, and shared cultural identity.
Date16 May 2026
Duration1 day
MuhuratTo be announced
Meaning and celebration
About Shani Jayanti
Shani Jayanti is observed according to its religious or regional calendar. Devotees and communities may mark it with worship, fasting, processions, music, food, charity, family gatherings, or cultural programmes. Customs and exact timings can differ by location and tradition.
CategoryHindu Festivals
TraditionHindu
Festival typeReligious Festival
Observed inIndia
Published festival timing
Date, Day and Muhurat
2026 date for New Delhi, India; lunar dates can vary by location and local panchang.
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When is Shani Jayanti?+
Shani Jayanti is observed on 16 May 2026, Saturday.
Why is Shani Jayanti celebrated?+
Shani Jayanti is an important religious festival celebrated with traditions that reflect faith, community, heritage, and shared cultural identity.
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