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Chaitra Purnima 2026: 3 night rituals to attract Maa Lakshmi’s blessings
Chaitra Purnima 2026 is considered highly auspicious for Lakshmi worship and night rituals. Here are simple practices like lighting a diya, reciting Shri Sukt and offering arghya to the Moon that are believed to bring prosperity.
There are 12 Purnimas in a year, and each one carries its own significance. But Chaitra Purnima stands out a bit more. It is linked with worship of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi, and it also marks an important occasion in Hindu belief systems.
As per traditional belief, this is also the day when Lord Hanuman was born. Which is why Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated on Chaitra Purnima. The day naturally becomes more important, with devotees observing rituals, offering prayers and following certain practices for prosperity and peace.
Chaitra Purnima 2026 date and timing
According to Drik Panchang, Chaitra Purnima tithi will begin on April 1, 2026 at 07:06 AM and will end on April 2, 2026 at 07:41 AM.
The Purnima vrat and moon worship will be observed on April 1, while snan-daan will be performed on April 2, along with the observance of Hanuman Jayanti.
Why snan-daan on Purnima is considered important
Snan-daan on Purnima is believed to be especially beneficial. This practice has been followed for a long time, where people take a holy dip in rivers and donate as part of religious rituals.
On Chaitra Purnima, along with pooja and fasting, certain actions are also performed at night. It is believed that doing these can bring prosperity and positive energy into the home.
Things to do on Chaitra Purnima night to attract Goddess Lakshmi’s blessings
- Light a diya in the north-east direction
During Pradosh Kaal, perform Lakshmi puja and light a diya in the Ishaan corner. It is believed to please Goddess Lakshmi and invite prosperity into the home
- Recite Shri Sukt
Sit in front of Goddess Lakshmi, light a diya and recite Shri Sukt on this day
- Offer arghya to the Moon
On the night of Purnima, offer arghya to the Moon using a mixture of raw milk, sugar and rice
These are simple practices. Nothing complicated. But they are followed with the belief that they help bring stability, peace and a bit of good energy into everyday life.