Rules of Adhik Maas 2026: An additional month has been added to the Hindu calendar i.e. Hindi Panchang for the year 2026. Which we call Adhik Maas or Purushottam Maas. This month is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Adhik Maas is considered the center of spiritual energy. More month falls every three years. Hindi Panchang is based on the calculations of Sun and Moon. The lunar year is 354 days long and the solar year is 365 days long. There is a difference of about 11 days between these two every year. In three years this difference becomes about one month (33 days).
To bridge this gap and maintain the balance of the seasons, more months fall every third year. The tradition of pilgrimage and bathing in holy rivers in Adhikamas has been going on for centuries. Bathing and donating in Adhik Maas destroys the sins of many births. The chanting and penance done in this month gives tenfold results, but some special rules should be followed during this period. In such a situation, let us know what is right to do in Adhik Maas and what is not?
When will Adhik Maas 2026 start?
- According to the Panchang, this year the month of Jyeshtha will be more month. It will start from Sunday, May 17, 2026.
- At the same time, it will end on June 15.
What to do during heavy months?
In Adhik Maas, chant the mantra ‘Om Namo Bhagwate Vasudevay’ throughout the month. Recite Vishnu Sahasranama or Purusha Sukta this month. Recitation of Vishnu Sahasranama or Purusha Sukta is very beneficial. In this month, donate grains, water, clothes and lamps as per your capacity. In this month, it is auspicious to donate Malpua by keeping it in a bronze vessel. Take bath in the holy river. If this is not possible then take bath at home by mixing Ganga water in water. Read or listen to Shrimad Bhagwat Katha or Geeta.
What not to do during heavy months?
Do not start marriage, engagement, housewarming, mundan, sacred thread ceremony and construction of a new house in Adhik Maas. Do not start new business. Avoid buying a car or plot. Do not consume garlic, onion, meat and alcohol. Don’t insult anyone. Don’t lie. Don’t argue.
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