The followed the traditional Shaka Samvat 1924–1925 . As a lunisolar system, it was primarily used in Maharashtra to determine the dates of festivals, auspicious timings (Shubh Muhurat), and religious observances like Ekadashi and Chaturthi. Key Highlights of Marathi Calendar 2003
: January 15, 2003. Notably, in 2003, this festival coincided with Shattila Ekadashi , a rare occurrence that did not repeat for another 23 years. Holi / Holika Dahan : March 17, 2003. Mahashivratri : March 1, 2003. Panchang Details for 2003 marathi calendar 2003
In 2003, the Marathi calendar (a variation of the Hindu lunar calendar) was defined by the Svabhānu Samvatsara The followed the traditional Shaka Samvat 1924–1925