Guru Purnima is a day to honor teachers. It is observed by Jains, Buddhists, and Hindus. The day celebrates the guru-disciple relationship. Hindus celebrate the birth of Vyasa on this day. Buddhists remember Buddha’s first sermon. Jains mark Gautama Swami becoming Mahavira’s disciple. People express gratitude to their gurus. The celebration falls in the month of Ashadha.