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Sharad Purnima falls on October 25 in 2026
Hindustan Times·
Sharad Purnima, also called Kojagari Purnima, falls on Sunday, October 25, 2026, marking the full Moon in Ashwin. Drik Panchang lists the Purnima tithi from 11:55 AM on October 25 to 9:41 AM on October 26 in New Delhi. Spiritual expert Yuvika Dhar urged releasing habits like clutter and harsh arguments. Devotees honour Goddess Lakshmi and stay awake in prayer.
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What It Means For You
- Devotees observing Kojagari Lakshmi Puja may clean homes and offer sweets under the October full Moon.
- The tithi window in New Delhi runs from late morning October 25 into the next morning.
- Customs such as placing kheer under the Moon vary by region and family practice.
What's Happening
- The festival name comes from the Sanskrit question Ko jagarti?, meaning who is awake.
- Dhar contrasted Mahalakshmi with Alakshmi as symbols of prosperity versus scarcity.
- She listed 10 everyday habits to release, including procrastination and financial anxiety.
Kojagari Lakshmi traditions
- Ashwin full Moon timing
- Drik Panchang sets precise tithi boundaries used for ritual scheduling.
- The October full Moon is also called the Hunter Moon in Western calendars.
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