Why Festivals Span Two Days? Astrologer Reveals Easy Date Identification

• Many Hindu fasts and festivals are now celebrated over two days, causing confusion among people.
• This occurs because specific lunar dates (tithi), constellations (nakshatra), and times are required, which may not align perfectly.
• Differences in sunrise and sunset times across India (up to 2.5 hours) mean a single date for a festival is challenging.
• The rise of social media has led to astrologers using Panchangs from different regions, further complicating local date determination.
• To find the correct date, use a local Panchang and observe the fast on the 'Udayatithi' (when the tithi is present at sunrise).