Vaishakh Purnima 2026: Date, Time, Shubh Muhurat, Significance And Rituals

Vaishakh Purnima 2026: Purnima is regarded as an extremely lucky day according to the Hindu calendar. This sacred day falls on the 15th day of the Shukla Paksha in each month. The festival of Vaishakh Purnima is observed as Buddha Jayanti (Buddha Purnima), celebrating the birth of Lord Buddha, and is called Chitra Pournami in Tamil Nadu. People observe fasting, pray to Lord Satyanarayan, and pay Arghya to the Moon to seek happiness and prosperity in life.

Check out all the important details regarding the date, time, shubh muhurat, significance and rituals associated with this day below:

Vaishakh Purnima 2026: Date And Time

- Vaishakh Purnima 2026 Date: 1st May 2026, Friday

- Purnima Tithi Begins: 09:12 PM, 30th April 2026

- Purnima Tithi Ends: 10:52 PM on May 01, 2026

Vaishakh Purnima 2026: Shubh Muhurat

- Abhijit Muhurat: 11:52 AM to 12:45 PM

- Amrit Kaal: 06:56 PM to 08:41 PM

- Sayahna Sandhya: 06:56 PM to 08:01 PM

- Nishita Muhurat: 11:57 PM to 12:39 AM, May 02

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Vaishakh Purnima is also celebrated as Chitra Pournami and Buddha Purnima. (Image Source: Canva) 

Vaishakh Purnima 2026: Significance

According to the Hindu calendar, Purnima is regarded as very auspicious and is observed on the 15th day during Shukla Paksha. In addition, Vaishakh Purnima marks the birth anniversary of Lord Buddha, which is celebrated as Buddha Purnima. The event is called Chitra Purnimi in Tamil Nadu. During this day of fasting, devotees worship Lord Satyanarayan and offer Arghya to the Moon seeking happiness and prosperity.

Vaishakh Purnima 2026: Rituals

On the day of Purnima, people wake up early in the morning to take a holy bath and worship Lord Satyanarayan. Observing a fast and engaging in acts of charity and hold special significance on this day, as these practices purify the mind and bring happiness and peace to the home.

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In the evening, the moon is worshipped by offering Arghya to attain mental peace. Singing bhajans and kirtans in temples, chanting mantras, and practising meditation are also considered highly auspicious. This day is ideal for imbuing new, positive energy.

(Disclaimer: This content includes advice providing generic information only. It is in no way a substitute for qualified spiritual or astrological opinion. Always consult a specialist for more information before adopting any measures.)