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Marathi Calendar 1987 [updated]

Journey Through Time: Exploring the 1987 Marathi Calendar Stepping back into 1987 is more than just a look at a date on a wall; it is a journey into a specific era of Maharashtrian culture and timekeeping. In the Marathi calendar (Panchang), 1987 was a significant year that bridged the traditional Shaka Samvat with our modern daily lives. The Year of "Prabhava"

According to the Hindu lunar cycle, which follows a 60-year sequence called Samvatsars, the year 1987 was known as Prabhava.

Significance: "Prabhava" is the first year in the 60-year cycle, representing a fresh start or a "beginning of power." Era: This year corresponded with Shaka Samvat 1908–1909. Key Festivals of 1987

For those following the traditional Marathi lifestyle, the calendar revolved around the Tithis (lunar dates). Here were some of the major highlights from that year:

Gudhi Padwa: Celebrated in late March, marking the beginning of the New Year (Shaka Samvat 1909).

Ganesh Chaturthi: This fell in late August or early September, bringing the iconic 10-day festivities to the streets of Mumbai and Pune.

Diwali: The festival of lights illuminated homes in October/November, following the lunar phases of Ashvin and Kartik. Why Look Back? marathi calendar 1987

Many people search for the 1987 Marathi Calendar to verify birth dates (according to the Nakshatra or Tithi), find the exact day of a past family event, or simply to indulge in nostalgia. It was an era before digital apps, where the printed "Kalnirnay" or "Mahalaxmi" calendars were the most trusted sources of information in every Maharashtrian household.

Whether you were born in the year of Prabhava or are just researching the era, the 1987 calendar remains a fascinating snapshot of how Maharashtra balanced ancient tradition with the burgeoning modern world.

Do you have a specific date or festival from 1987 you'd like to find the exact day for?

The Marathi calendar for 1987 followed the Shaka Samvat 1908–1909 era. This year's Gregorian calendar structure is identical to 2026, meaning you can reuse a 1987 calendar for the current year. Key Festivals of 1987

The year began in the month of Pausha (Shaka 1908). Major festivals and dates according to the Marathi Festivals Calendar included: Makara Sankranti: January 14, 1987 (Wednesday)

Gudi Padwa (Marathi New Year): marking the start of the lunar year and the month of Chaitra Maha Shivaratri: February 26, 1987 (Thursday) Vasant Panchami: February 2, 1987 (Monday) Traditional Months and Order Journey Through Time: Exploring the 1987 Marathi Calendar

The Marathi calendar is a lunisolar system consisting of 12 months. The standard sequence as provided by Wikibooks and Indian Languages is: Chaitra (March–April) Vaishakha (April–May) Jyeshtha (May–June) Ashadha (June–July) Shravana (July–August) Bhadrapada (August–September) Ashwin (September–October) Kartika (October–November) Margashirsha (November–December) Pausha (December–January) Magha (January–February) Phalguna (February–March) Popular Almanac Providers

If you are looking for specific 1987 data, these established providers often maintain archives:

Kalnirnay: Founded in 1973, it is the most widely used Marathi almanac for tracking tithis and auspicious times.

Bhagyoday Panchang: A traditional Marathi calendar with over 80 years of history. 1987 - When Can I Reuse This Calendar?

Your 1987 calendar is reusable in: 1998, 2009, 2015, 2026, 2037, 2043, 2054, 2065, 2071, and 2082. When Can I Reuse This Calendar?

The 1987 Marathi calendar (Shalivahana Shaka 1908–1909) follows the lunar cycle traditional to Maharashtra. A notable feature of this specific year is that its calendar structure (days and dates) is identical to the current 2026 calendar Key Festivals & Dates in 1987 The previous year (up to March 1987) was

Based on the Marathi Panchang, here were the major observances: Gudi Padwa (Marathi New Year): March 30, 1987. This marked the beginning of Shaka Samvat 1909 Akshaya Tritiya: April 30, 1987. Ashadhi Ekadashi: July 6, 1987. Ganesh Chaturthi: August 28, 1987. Vijayadashami (Dasara): October 2, 1987. Diwali (Laxmi Pujan): October 22, 1987 Marathi Months Alignment The year 1987 spanned two Shaka years: Shaka 1908 (Akshaya): January to March 1987. Shaka 1909 (Prabhava): Starting from Gudi Padwa in March 1987. Gregorian Month Principal Marathi Month(s) Pausha / Magha Phalguna / (New Year) Shravana / Bhadrapada Ashwin / Kartika Historical Context

In 1987, the most popular physical calendars in Marathi households were the almanacs. These provided daily (lunar day), , and auspicious timings ( ) for weddings and ceremonies.

so you can buy a fun vintage wall calendar instead of a boring new one!

4. The Samvatsar (Jovian Year)

According to the sixty-year cycle of Jupiter, the Samvatsar name for the year beginning March 1987 (Shaka 1909) was Shobhakrit (शोभाकृत).

  • The previous year (up to March 1987) was Subhakrit (शुभकृत).

2. Key Months & Correlations (1987)

The Marathi year follows a lunisolar cycle. Below is the correlation between the Marathi months and the Gregorian months for 1987.

  • Chaitra (Start of the Year): The year 1909 began on March 23, 1987 (Gudi Padwa).
  • Vaishakh: April – May 1987.
  • Jyeshtha: May – June 1987.
  • Ashadh: June – July 1987.
  • Shravan: July – August 1987 (The holy month of rain and fasting).
  • Bhadrapad: August – September 1987.
  • Ashwin: September – October 1987.
  • Kartik: October – November 1987 (Includes Diwali).
  • Margashirsha: November – December 1987.
  • Paush: December 1987 – January 1988.
  • Magh: January – February 1988.
  • Falgun: February – March 1988.

Major Festivals in 1987 (as per Marathi tradition)

  • March 30, 1987 – Gudi Padwa: Erecting a gudi (victory flag) outside homes, symbolizing Lord Brahma’s creation of the universe.
  • August 16, 1987 – Janmashtami: Celebration of Lord Krishna’s birth, marked by dahi-handi in Maharashtra.
  • September 2, 1987 – Ganesh Chaturthi: Birth of Lord Ganesha; massive public and private celebrations across Maharashtra.
  • October 13, 1987 – Vijayadashami: Marks victory of good over evil; new beginnings (e.g., starting school for children).
  • October 30 – November 3, 1987 – Diwali: The festival of lights, including Lakshmi Pujan (Oct 31), Bali Pratipada, and Bhaubeej (Nov 3).