When do Paryushan for digamber starts in 2025
In Jainism, the festival of Paryushan is observed at different times by the two main sects: Svetambara and Digambara.
For Digambar Jains, Paryushan is called Das Lakshan Parva and it usually starts one day after the end of the Svetambara Paryushan.
In 2025, according to the Jain calendar calculations:
- Svetambara Paryushan is expected to start on Wednesday, August 20, 2025 and end on Thursday, August 28, 2025 (Samvatsari).
- Digambar Das Lakshan Parva will begin the next day, which is Friday, August 29, 2025, and will continue for 10 days, ending on Sunday, September 7, 2025.
These dates may vary slightly based on local calendar interpretations, so it is always recommended to confirm with your local Jain community or temple.