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News India Live, Digital Desk: According to the Hindu calendar, the year 2026 is going to be very important from a spiritual point of view. this year Adhik Maas It seems that Purushottam month Or Malmas Also known as. Due to this extra month instead of 12 in the year 2026 13 months Will be. This time is especially dedicated to the worship of Lord Vishnu.
Important dates of Purushottam month 2026
According to astrological calculations, there will be more months in the year 2026. senior month It is taking place in, which will be called ‘Adhik Jyeshtha month’.
beginning: 17 May 2026 (Sunday)
Closing: 15 June 2026 (Monday)
Why is Purushottam month special?
The Hindu calendar is based on the calculations of the Sun and the Moon. The lunar year is of 354 days and the solar year is of 365 days. An additional month is added every third year to bridge the gap of 11 days between these two. According to mythology, Lord Vishnu named this month as ‘Purushottam’ Due to which its importance has increased manifold.
What to do and what not to do in this month?
What to do (rules and solutions):
Vishnu Bhakti: Chant the mantra ‘Om Namo Bhagwate Vasudevaya’ daily. Reciting Vishnu Sahasranama or Shrimad Bhagwat Purana is extremely fruitful.
Charity: Donating lamps, donating clothes and donating food have special significance in this month. Donate yellow fruits or sweets to the needy.
Satvik Food: During this period one should eat simple and vegetarian food. If possible, eat food at one time only.
Pilgrimage bath: Bathing in holy rivers frees one from the sins of previous births.
What not to do (prohibited actions):
Auspicious activities in Adhik Maas like Marriage, Mundan, Housewarming, Janeu Sanskar and Tilak etc. are prohibited.
Starting a new business or buying a new property (house/car) should also be avoided during this period.
Consumption of tamasic food (onion, garlic, meat and alcohol) should be completely avoided.
Special measures to get the blessings of Shri Hari
Tulsi Puja: Every evening, light a ghee lamp near the Tulsi plant and revolve around it.
Cow Service: By feeding green fodder to the cow during Adhik Maas, one attains eternal virtue and gets freedom from Pitra Dosh.
Malpua donation: In this month, there is a tradition of donating 33 Malpuas in a bronze vessel, which removes financial difficulties.
