INDIA, October 16, 2022 (globenewsinsider.com): The relationship between mother and child is precious. Ahoi Ashtami, this year on Oct 17, is about the special bond between mother and child. It is the ashtami day in the lunar calendar five days prior to the start of Diwali (this year on October 22). On this auspicious day, mothers fast from dawn to dusk and pray for the good health of their children. This relationship strengthening festival will be celebrated on October 17 this time. Various traditions are followed with regard to what to eat or not eat during the night time meals.
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