1. What is Bhaskarabda?
Bhaskarabda is the traditional solar astronomical era of Assam. Initiated during the accession of King Kumar Bhaskaravarman of the Varman dynasty in 594 AD, it has been the cultural and astronomical foundation for dating regional events and agrarian cycles.
2. The 12 Assamese Solar Months
The Assamese year begins with Bohag (Sankranti of Mesha / Aries) and transitions across the 12 zodiac signs: Bohag, Jeth, Ahar, Saon, Bhada, Ahin, Kati, Aghon, Puh, Magh, Phagun, and Chot.
3. Nahor Calendar Precision & GAD Compliance
All government gazetted and restricted holidays on Nahor Calendar are certified against Government of Assam General Administration Department (GAD) notifications. Astrological tithis are computed based on Lahiri Ayanamsa for the local coordinates of Guwahati.