Bail Pola is a festival primarily celebrated in Maharashtra.
The festival is held on the day of the Pithori Amavasya in the month of Sawan.
Bail Pola is a day for farmers to worship and thank their cattle.
They thank their cattle for being their livelihood and helping them earn their food.
It is also known as the Pola Marathi festival.
Mothers often observe a fast on Bail Pola for the well being of the families and children.
On Bail Pola cattle are put to rest and do not have to work.
Farmers massage and wash their cattle and put flowers and shawls on them for decoration.
Cattle, especially cows and ox, help in agricultural activities.
Farmers celebrate Bail Pola to show their gratitude to these animals for their help.