Swasthani Brata Katha is recited from the full moon day of Poush till the full moon day of Magh. This year Swasthani Brata Katha falls on Poush 25th (10th January) and ends at Magh 26th (9th February).
Janai Purnima is observed on the full moon day of Shrawan by Bhramin and Chettri communities of Nepal. The same day is also celebrated as Rakshya Bandhan.