The lunar mansion or star constellation of the day.
The 1994 Odia Kohinoor Calendar, a trusted, Mukti Mandap Pandit Sabha-approved panjika published since 1935, guided households through major festivals like Makar Sankranti (Jan 14) and Pana Sankranti (April 14). Founded by a Muslim family, the 1994 edition adhered to the 2051 Vikram Samvat and 1916 Shaka Samvat, providing detailed auspicious timings, tithis, and six traditional seasons. Learn more about the history of the Kohinoor ephemeris at MyCityLinks . The Kohinoor Ephemeris: A Tale of Harmony - MyCityLinks 1994 Odia Kohinoor Calendar
Looking back at the 1994 Odia Kohinoor Calendar reveals how the cyclical nature of Odia festivals shaped the year. Because the Odia calendar relies on lunar cycles, the Gregorian dates for major festivals shift every year. The 1994 edition mapped out these key celebrations: The lunar mansion or star constellation of the day
The actual calendar grid was a blend of English (Gregorian) and Odia (Solar & Lunar) dates. For 1994, the grid highlights included: Learn more about the history of the Kohinoor
Today, the Kohinoor Press has adapted to the digital age, offering apps and online versions. However, the physical copies from the 1990s hold a special place in the hearts of collectors and nostalgia enthusiasts. The 1994 Odia Kohinoor Calendar is not just a record of a bygone year; it is a capsule of a time when life moved at a different pace, dictated by the turn of a page and the ringing of temple bells.
Celebrated during the autumn month of Aswina.