Parashuram Jayanti is a festival dedicated to
Parashuram, an incarnation of
Lord Vishnu. In
Hinduism, this particular incarnation of the lord is a symbol of obedience, austerity and power. He was born to end the tyranny of the
Kshatriya kings.
On the day of Parashuram Jayanti, the
Hindus observe fast and related austerities. Special worship and offerings are offered to Lord Vishnu.