Chandani Padva or Chandi Padvo is an occasion when Surtis ( Gujarati people from Surat) enjoy a popular local variety of sweet Ghari, Bhushu (namkin). The festival falls on a day after

Sharad Poornima Sharad Purnima (also known as Kumara Purnima, Kojagari Purnima, Navanna Purnima, Kojagrat Purnima or Kaumudi Purnima) is a religious festival celebrated on the full moon day of the Hindu lunar month of Ashvin (September to October), marking t ...

, the last full moon day in the

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, accessdate=13 July 2018 The 2017 date is 6 October and date for the 2020 is 1st of November. People generally gather on the terrace with friends and family and enjoy delicious Gari and Bhushu.

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Gujarati culture Culture of Surat Festivals in Gujarat Hindu festivals Religious festivals in India Food and drink festivals in India September observances October observances