Chaitra Purnima 2026: There are 12 full moons in a year. Every full moon has its own significance. Lord Vishnu and Mother Lakshmi are worshiped on this day. According to mythology, Hanuman ji, a devotee of Lord Rama, was born on the day of Chaitra Purnima. Therefore the importance of Chaitra Purnima day increases even more. Since this day is Hanuman Jayanti, Bajrangbali is worshiped with proper rituals.
Taking bath and donating on the full moon day is also considered particularly fruitful. Since ancient times, there has been a tradition of donating by bathing in holy rivers on this day. On the day of Chaitra Purnima, along with bathing, donation and worship, some other special works are also done. It is believed that if these works are done at night, happiness and prosperity increases in the house. Let us know about these special works.
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Do this work at night on the day of Chaitra Purnima
Light a lamp in the north-east corner: On the day of Chaitra Purnima, during Pradosh period, worship Goddess Lakshmi with rituals and light a lamp in the north-east direction (Ishaan angle). By doing this Goddess Lakshmi is pleased and enters the house.
Recite Shri Sukta: On the day of Chaitra Purnima, light a lamp in front of Goddess Lakshmi and sit there and recite Sri Sukta.
Offer Arghya to Moon God: On the full moon night, mix raw milk, sugar and rice and offer Arghya to the Moon God.
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