Teeyan Festival 2024

Teeyan, also called Teej, is a happy festival celebrated in India and by Punjabi communities around the world. This ancient festival marks the start of the monsoon season and is only for women. Teeyan celebrates women and is a time for them to come together and enjoy life. Teeyan is associated with the monsoon season, which is crucial for agriculture in Punjab, a region often hailed as the “Granary of India”.Teeyan is linked to the Punjab folklore of Gauri, the wife of Lord Shiva. She is the goddess of fertility and marital bliss.

Teyan’s singing of traditional folk songs about love, separation, and joy is one of her most captivating aspects. These songs tell stories about women, their families, and their villages.

Teeyan has found a new expression in Canada, the UK, and the USA. These overseas celebrations are bigger and show different parts of Punjabi culture, helping younger people connect with their roots. Cultural organizations organize these events to keep traditions alive.