
The sacred Hindu month of Magh Maas begins on January 4, 2026, and concludes on February 1, 2026. This period is considered highly auspicious for spiritual practices, including holy bathing, temple worship, and charity, believed to bring prosperity, peace, health, and liberation. Millions are expected to gather for the Magh Mela in Prayagraj, where a ritualistic dip in the Sangam is considered exceptionally meritorious. Devotees honor deities like Vishnu and Krishna through prayers, fasts, and offerings.
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