Jud Sheetal Festival: Why Mithila Celebrates Coolness, Water Rituals & Simple Living
India’s cultural diversity is beautifully reflected in its regional festivals, each carrying deep-rooted traditions and meanings. One such unique and lesser-known festival is Jud Sheetal (जुड़ शीतल), celebrated mainly in the Mithila region of Bihar and parts of Nepal. Observed a day after the solar new year, this festival symbolizes coolness, renewal, and harmony with … Read more