🪔 About Chaitra Purnima Vrat

As per the Hindu calendar, this is the first Purnima of the year and an extremely auspicious day to pray to Sri Hari. Many people also observe a fast on this day. The Chitragupta temple of Kanchipuram (Tamil Nadu)—dedicated to Lord Chitragupta, the celestial accountant of Yamraj—is famous for its Chaitra Purnima celebrations. In other parts of the country, devotees take a dip in sacred rivers on this day to cleanse their sins.

🙏 How to Do Pooja

Recommended Ritual: Medium Yagna for Sri Hari (11 min.)

  1. Wake up early and take a bath.
  2. Clean your home and puja space thoroughly.
  3. Perform the recommended ritual with devotion.
  4. Offer flowers, fruits, and incense.
  5. Chant mantras or prayers specific to this occasion.
  6. Conclude with aarti and distribute prasad.

✅ Do's & Don'ts

✅ Do's

  • Wake up early, bathe, and wear clean clothes.
  • Light a lamp and perform simple puja of your chosen deity.
  • Do japa, meditation, and short stotra/recitation.
  • Keep the day sattvic and peaceful; practice self-reflection and gratitude.
  • Donate if possible (food, milk, fruits) or help someone in need.

⚠️ Don'ts

  • Avoid eggs, non-vegetarian food, and alcohol.
  • Avoid anger, gossip, criticism, and harsh speech.
  • Avoid heavy/oily food and excessive sleep; keep the day simple and sattvic.