Typically occurs in late June or July; in 1997, it followed the traditional Ashadha Shukla Dwitiya schedule.

The world-famous Car Festival of Lord Jagannath in Puri took place in July 1997. The Kohinoor Calendar provided the precise auspicious timings for the Pahandi Bije (procession of the deities) and the Chhera Pahanra (sweeping of the chariots by the King of Puri), which were crucial for millions of devotees watching live on Doordarshan or gathering in Puri. 5. Durga Puja and Kumar Purnima (October 1997)

Celebrated over three days, usually in mid-June (Jyeṣṭha-Āṣāḍha), this festival of womanhood and agricultural respite was carefully marked.