Discover the heartwarming Bengali festival of Jamai Sasthi 2025—celebrating the cherished bond between son-in-law and in-laws through age-old customs, rituals, and a lavish feast on June 1st.
Jamai Sasthi 2025: Date, Rituals on Bengali Festival
In the colorful tapestry of Bengali culture, Jamai Sasthi holds a special place—a festival that places the jamai babu (son-in-law) on a royal pedestal. Rooted in deep family values and folklore, this day brings together tradition, affection, and feasting in one grand celebration.
When is Jamai Sasthi 2025?
This year, Jamai Sasthi falls on Sunday, June 1, 2025, corresponding to Jyaishtha 17 on the Bengali calendar. The Shashthi Tithi (sixth lunar day) begins at 12:34 AM on May 31 and ends at 12:08 AM on June 1.
The Heart of the Celebration
At its core, Jamai Sasthi is about the bond between a mother-in-law and her son-in-law. Traditionally, mothers-in-law observe a fast and perform rituals to pray for the long life, success, and happiness of their jamai.
The celebration includes:
- Inviting the married daughter and her husband home
- Lavishing the son-in-law with love, blessings, and gifts
- Preparing a grand meal with traditional Bengali dishes and seasonal fruits.
Key Rituals and Offerings
The day begins with a set of vibrant customs that are both symbolic and spiritual:
- Thread Tying Ceremony: A turmeric-smeared sacred thread is tied around the jamai’s wrist by the mother-in-law.
- Turmeric Tilak: A mark is placed on the forehead with turmeric and oil for good fortune.
- Palm Leaf Blessing: The jamai is fanned with a palm-leaf fan while the chant “Shat Shat Shat” blesses him with a long life.
- Rice Paddy & Durba Grass: 108 blades of durba grass and paddy are placed on his head for divine blessings.
Essential Puja Items:
- New clothes for the son-in-law
- Mango, jackfruit, litchi, banana, and other summer fruits
- Betel leaf and nut
- Bamboo shoot (karul), karamcha fruit
- Palm fan
- Gifts, sweets, and savory items
Feast Fit for Royalty
No Bengali festival is complete without food, and Jamai Sasthi is the epitome of indulgence. The son-in-law is served a platter brimming with seasonal fruits, sweets like rosogolla and sandesh, fried delights like luchi, and rich curries such as shorshe ilish (mustard hilsa) and mangsho (mutton curry).
The Stories Behind the Festival
Jamai Sasthi’s origins are steeped in folklore:
- Some believe it began when parents were not allowed to visit their daughters unless they had a child—especially a son. Jamai Sasthi offered a way to meet them.
- Another tale ties it to Goddess Sasthi, who is believed to bless daughters with sons, making the jamai’s visit a sacred event.
Why Jamai Sasthi 2025 Still Matters
In a world that moves fast, Jamai Sasthi 2025 is a reminder of slow, heartfelt connection—a celebration of family ties, cultural pride, and the joy of shared traditions.
Disclaimer:
This blog post is based on cultural references and media reports. Rituals and practices may vary by region and family tradition. Please consult your elders or local priests for specific customs.