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Episode 16 • 30th Aug 2026

Nature, Tradition & Aitar Pujan | Jungle Book | Epi 16 | 010926

30th Aug 2026

About this episode

Nature has always been a part of our traditions, guiding us through seasons, celebrations and generations. In Goa, one such beautiful tradition is ‘Aitar Pujan,’ also known as ‘Shravani Aitar,’ a special ritual celebrated by Hindu women during the holy month of Shravan. In this special episode of Jungle Book, hosted by Samruddhi Kerkar, we explore the traditional practice of Aitar Pujan and discover its deep connection with nature. From worshipping the Sun God and Mother Nature to collecting wild herbs, leaves and flowers found during the monsoon, every part of this ritual has a story to tell. Samruddhi Kerkar takes us into a traditional Goan home to understand the process of Aitar Pujan and then into the jungle to identify and collect the herbs used in the ritual. We also learn about the importance of these plants, their traditional uses and the knowledge passed down through generations. Watch till the end to discover how tradition, nature, food and ancestral knowledge come together in this beautiful Goan ritual. Like, Comment, Share, and Subscribe for more interesting stories from Goa on Jungle Book! #JungleBook #AitarPujan #ShravaniAitar #GoanTraditions #GoaCulture #GoanCulture #SamruddhiKerkar #NatureWorship #Shravan #TraditionalGoa #GoanHeritage #HerbalKnowledge #WildHerbs #MonsoonInGoa #GoanTraditions #NatureAndCulture #IncredibleGoa #ExploreGoa #GoaHeritage #TraditionalRituals