Every Purnima Tithi and Purnima day are considered to be extremely important and auspicious in Hindu tradition. Dedicated to the ninth incarnation of Lord Vishnu, known as the Mahatma Buddha, many devotees are observed to make charity, hence it is also called ‘Satya Vinayak Purnima’.

After having a glance over what is Vaishaka Purnima let us also understand Vaishaka Purnima significance in Indian tradition. Basically, as per the Hindu Lunar Calendar, the full moon day is known as Poornima, while the Purnima that falls in the month of Vaishakha month on full moon day is said to be Vaishaka Purnima.

To mention, there also goes a story behind why do people observe fast on this day. Once the childhood friend of Lord Krishna visited Dwarka to meet him, where he was told about how important is to worship Dharmaraja on Vinayak Purnima. On understanding this, Sudhama observed this fast & was recovered from all the problems.

When is the Vaishaka Purnima 2020 fall?

Many devotees all over India observe fast on Vaishaka Purnima and perform some rituals to get blessed from the Supreme power, Lord Vishnu. Falling on May 7, 2020, the full moon begins from May 06, 2020, from 07:44 PM and ends on May 07, 2020, to 04:14 PM.

Rituals to be performed on Vishakha Purnima

A number of communities observe fast on Purnima Tithi based on their Kul Parampara that are passed on from one generation to the next generation. So the question of what to do on Vaishaka Purnima still arises. Here, is a list of rituals along with some dos and don'ts you have to follow to attain prosperity.

• Take bath before sunrise in any holy river or at pilgrimage on this day making Dharmaraja happy.
• Along with the chanting of Surya Mantra, take a vow & worship Lord Vishnu.
• Prepare Neivedyam & offer flowers, banana leaves, ghee, fruits, supari, and sandalwood paste to the idol of Lord Vishnu.
• Avoid non-vegetarian food or violence against animals on this day.
• Donate a pot filled with water, til, oil, gold, clothes, money, & food to the needy, which is popularly known as ‘Anna Daan’.

To conclude, here are some of the benefits mentioned that say how fruitful is this Vishakha Purnima donation & fast.

• Vishakha Purnima prayer benefits you to overcome the fear of premature death.
• Observing this fast brings prosperity, abundance, & peace in your life.
• It welcomes good fortune, health, happiness, in your family.
• It helps you to get rid of sins & other evil spirits.