Jur Sital
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Jur Sital or Maithil New Year is the celebration of the first day of the Maithil new year also called Aakhar Bochhor.[1] Maithils eat Bori with Bhaat (steamed rice) and Sondesh on the day. This day which usually falls on 14th or 15th April on Gregorian calendar is celebrated by the Maithils and Tharu people of India and Nepal. This is also called Nirayana Mesh Sankranti and Tirhuta new year.[2] The festive occasion is in keeping with the Tirhuta Panchang calendar used in the Mithila region.
See also: Indian New Year's days
Quick Facts Jur SitalMaithil New Year Aakhar Bochhor, Observed by ...
Jur Sital Maithil New Year Aakhar Bochhor | |
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Observed by | Maithils and Tharus |
Type | Festival |
Significance | Solar New Year |
Celebrations | Feasting, gifts |
Date | 14th/15th April |
Frequency | annual |
Related to | South and Southeast Asian solar New Year |
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