Jyestha Adhik Purnima: The Purnima (Full Moon) of the Jyestha Adhik Maas (Intercalary Month) will be observed on May 30, 2026. This specific date holds immense significance in the Hindu faith. It is believed that performing worship, ritualistic bathing, and acts of charity with proper rites and rituals on this day invites happiness, prosperity, and mental peace into one's life. According to the scriptures, the Adhik Maas Purnima occurs only once every three years.

Consequently, auspicious deeds performed on this day yield manifold rewards. Furthermore, it is considered highly auspicious to worship Lord Chandra (the Moon God) and offer *Arghya* (ritual water offering) to him on this propitious day. Doing so helps alleviate mental stress and ensures a continuous flow of positive energy within the home and family. Let us explore the simple remedies and charitable acts associated with this day.

Jyestha Adhik Maas 2026
Commencement of Jyestha Adhik Maas Purnima Tithi: May 30, 2026, Saturday, from 11:57 AM
Conclusion of Jyestha Adhik Maas Purnima Tithi: May 31, 2026, Sunday, until 02:14 PM
Jyestha Adhik Purnima will be observed on Saturday, May 30, 2026.
The day designated for ritual bathing and charity (*Snan-Dan*) during the Adhik Purnima period is May 31, 2026, a Sunday.
Moonrise Time: 07:36 PM

What to Donate on Jyestha Adhik Purnima
According to religious beliefs, one should donate a water-filled earthen pot (*Matka*) on Jyestha Adhik Purnima.

This act is considered extremely auspicious. It leads to the accumulation of spiritual merit (*Punya*) and also embodies the compassionate spirit of providing relief from the summer heat.

Donating umbrellas, hand fans, and slippers on this auspicious date is considered beneficial. The positive effects of such acts foster abundance within the home and help in the alleviation of *doshas* (afflictions).

Donating grains on Jyestha Adhik Purnima ensures that the household never faces a shortage of food or wealth. Furthermore, this act pleases Goddess Lakshmi.

On this day, donate money to the poor and needy according to your financial capacity. On Jyeshtha Adhik Purnima, donating milk, curd, and white-colored items helps alleviate *Chandra Dosha* (afflictions related to the Moon) and brings stability to one's life.

**Simple Remedies for Jyeshtha Adhik Purnima**
According to religious beliefs, on this day, offer yellow flowers, yellow garments, and yellow sweets as *Bhog* (sacred offering) to Lord Vishnu. Additionally, recite the *Vishnu Chalisa*. Doing so helps remove obstacles hindering one's path to marriage.

On Jyeshtha Adhik Purnima, at night, offer *Arghya* (ritual water offering) to the Moon God using water mixed with raw milk. This enhances happiness and peace in one's life.

Worship Goddess Lakshmi and chant the *Shri Suktam* or various Lakshmi mantras. This leads to an increase in wealth and abundance.

On the day of Jyeshtha Adhik Purnima, it is considered auspicious to gift items associated with marital bliss (*Suhag*) to married women. It is believed that this sustains love and happiness in one's married life.

On Jyeshtha Adhik Purnima, light a *Ghee* lamp in your home and meditate upon Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi. This can strengthen the prospects for happiness and prosperity in your life.

On Jyeshtha Adhik Purnima, light a lamp at the main entrance of your home and perform an *Aarti* using camphor inside the house.

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