Sharad Purnima 2026: Date, Rituals, Moonrise, and Kheer Tradition Explained
Sharad Purnima 2026 will be observed on October 25, marking the full moon day of the Hindu month Ashwin. Devotees worship Goddess Lakshmi and the Moon, perform fasting, clean their homes, and conduct Lakshmi Puja. A key ritual involves placing rice kheer under the moonlight, symbolizing purity and celestial energy. The festival also commemorates Lord Krishna's Raas Leela. Puja timings include the Purnima Tithi from late morning on October 25 to early morning on October 26, with moonrise around 5 PM.
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