Today is Monday, February 23, 2026. But if you step into the golden wheat fields of central Punjab or sit in a baithak in a village near Sahiwal, the calendar tells a different, more rhythmic story. According to the Desi calendar, today is 12 Phagan, 2082.
Why the Desi Date Matters
Following the Punjabi calendar in Pakistan is more than just tradition; it’s an ecological map.
- Agriculture: It dictates the sowing and reaping cycles.
- Festivals: It marks the arrival of cultural melas (fairs).
- Identity: It keeps the ancient Punjabi language and lunar-solar wisdom alive.
As the sun set over the horizon today, 12 Phagan reminded the village that life, much like the seasons, is a continuous circle of change.
Today’s Dates
| Calendar Type | Date |
| Gregorian (Standard) | February 23, 2026 |
| Punjabi/Desi Date | 12 Phagan, 2082 |
| Islamic (Hijri) | 5 Ramadan, 1447 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the Punjabi date in Pakistan today?
As of today, February 23, 2026, the Punjabi (Desi) date is 12 Phagan, 2082. The Punjabi calendar, also known as the Bikrami calendar, is widely used in rural Pakistan to track agricultural seasons.
2. Which Desi month is currently going on?
The current Desi month is Phagan. It is the eleventh month of the Punjabi year, typically falling between mid-February and mid-March. It marks the transition from winter to spring.
3. Why is the month of Phagan significant in Punjab?
Phagan is celebrated as the month of bloom. It is the time when the harsh cold of Magh ends and the “Basant” (spring) vibes begin. In Pakistani Punjab, this is when the wheat crops are in their prime green stage before turning golden for the Vaisakhi harvest.
4. How many days are in the month of Phagan?
The month of Phagan usually consists of 30 or 31 days. In the year 2082 (Bikrami), it follows the solar cycle to stay aligned with the natural seasons of the Indus Basin.
5. Is the Punjabi calendar different from the Islamic calendar?
Yes. The Islamic (Hijri) calendar is purely lunar and used for religious observances like Ramadan and Eid. The Punjabi (Bikrami) calendar is solar-based (with lunar influences) and is primarily used for seasonal and agricultural purposes in the Punjab region.
6. What is the Punjabi year right now?
The current Punjabi year is 2082. The Bikrami Samvat era is approximately 57 years ahead of the Gregorian calendar.
