Agrahayan

Agrahayan is a month in the Hindu lunisolar calendar. It is the ninth month of this calendar, falling generally between November and December in the Gregorian calendar. The name Agrahayan is derived from Sanskrit, meaning "first of the month" or "beginning of the month," often referring to the commencement of a new agricultural season or the end of the monsoon period.

The month is significant in Hindu traditions and observances. Many auspicious events and festivals occur during Agrahayan, often related to harvest, prosperity, and new beginnings. The exact dates of these observances vary each year due to the lunisolar nature of the calendar, which is based on the cycles of the moon and the sun. The transition into Agrahayan marks a shift in weather patterns in many parts of India, typically ushering in cooler temperatures and drier conditions after the rainy season. It is a time when farmers often conclude their planting and begin to anticipate the upcoming harvest. The cultural and agricultural rhythms of many Indian communities are closely tied to the progression of months like Agrahayan.