Adhik Maas 2026: Dos and Don'ts? These mistakes can anger Lord Vishnu, so keep these things in mind

News Topical, Digital Desk : According to the Hindu calendar, the month when there is no solar solstice is known as Adhik Maas, Malmas, or Purushottam Maas. This month is dedicated to the worship of Lord Vishnu. According to religious beliefs, the benefits of chanting, penance, and charity during this month are ten times greater than in other months. However, certain rules must be followed during this period (Adhik Maas 2026) .

When does the Adhik Maas start?

According to the Vedic calendar, this year the month of Jyeshtha will be an extra month. It will begin on Sunday, May 17, 2026, and will end on June 15. It is said that worship performed during this extra month is more fruitful than worship performed during other months.

What to do in the extra month?

• Chant the mantra 'Om Namo Bhagwate Vasudevaya' throughout this month.
• Reciting Vishnu Sahasranaam or Purusha Sukta is considered very beneficial this month.
• Donate grains, water, clothes, and lamps as per your capacity during this month. Donating Malpuas in a bronze vessel is especially considered auspicious.
• If possible, bathe in a holy river. Otherwise, bathe at home by mixing Ganga water with water.
• In this month, listening to or reading Shrimad Bhagwat Katha or Geeta liberates one from the sins of many births.

Do not do this work even by mistake (What Not to Do)

• During this period, marriage, engagement, house warming, mundan, sacred thread ceremony and construction of a new house should not be started.
• One should also avoid starting a new business or buying any item like a car or a plot this month.
• Consumption of garlic, onion, meat and alcohol is considered prohibited in this month.
• During this period, insulting someone, telling lies or getting into arguments can destroy the virtuous results.

Worship of Shri Hari

The period of Adhik Maas is considered a special time for religious activities . If you practice restraint and avoid forbidden activities during these times, you will receive the blessings of Lord Vishnu. Even a small prayer performed during this time can protect you from major troubles.

Puja Mantra

1. Shantakaram Bhujagashayanam Padmanabham Suresh,
Vishwadharam Gaganasadrisham Meghvarnam Shubhangam.
Lakshmi Kantam Kamalanayanam Yogibhirdhyanagamyaam,
Vande Vishnu Bhavabhayaharam Sarvlokaikanatham.
2. Om Narayanaya Vidmahe. Vasudevaya slow down. Tanno Vishnu: Prachodayat.

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