Rutu, Rithu in Hinduism, Indian season dates in 2014, Indian seasons and their zodiac signs
Ritu is a Sanskrit word, means “Season”. Most countries observe 4 seasons in a year. In Hindu Calendar and Panchangam we observe 6 seasons in a year. The classification of seasons into six parts is quite ancient and even observed during Vedic period. Here are the duration and time periods of each Rithu for the year 2014.
| Season | Start Date | End Date | Zodiac Signs | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Vasantha Ruthu | 18th February 2014 | 20th April 2014 | Meena and Mesha | 
| Greeshma Ruthu | 20th April 2014 | 21st June 2014 | Vrushabha and Mithuna | 
| Varsha Ruthu | 21st June 2014 | 23rd August 2014 | Karka and Simha | 
| Sarath Ruthu | 23rd August 2014 | 23rd October 2014 | Kanya and Tula | 
| Haemantha Ruthu | 23rd October 2014 | 22nd December 2014 | Vruschika and Dhanu | 
| Sisira Ruthu | 22nd December 2014 | 19th February 2015 | Makara and Kumbha | 
