Shakambhari Purnima festival celebration
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Shakambhari Purnima 2026

Shakambhari Purnima 2026 : date with exact timings, puja vidhi steps, mantras, spiritual significance, fasting guide, and benefits. Complete festival guide as per Hindu Panchang.

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DateSaturday, 3 January 2026
Tithi Window6:53 PM → 3:32 PM
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Muhurat Time
06:53 PM (2 Jan) – 03:32 PM (3 Jan)
Auspicious window
Tithi Timing
6:53 PM → 3:32 PM
Start → End
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Day
Saturday
Festival weekday
Deity
Goddess Shakambhari
Worshipped form
Religion
Hinduism
Tradition
Choghadiya & Hora
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Auspicious Timing

What is the shubh muhurat for Shakambhari Purnima 2026?

Saturday, 3 January 2026
Shubh Muhurat

The shubh muhurat for Shakambhari Purnima 2026 is 06:53 PM (2 Jan) – 03:32 PM (3 Jan). The tithi runs from 6:53 PM on Jan 2 to 3:32 PM on Jan 3.

Brahma MuhurtaPre-dawn — most sattvic time for chanting & meditation
SunriseBegin holy bath & purification
Auspicious Puja WindowMost powerful time for puja & chanting
06:53 PM (2 Jan) – 03:32 PM (3 Jan)
Abhijit MuhurtaMid-day victory window — ~48 minutes around solar noon
Tithi BeginsEnters · Jan 2
6:53 PM
SunsetEvening aarti & lamp offering
Tithi EndsConclude observances
3:32 PM
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What does Shakambhari Purnima 2026 mean for your rashi?

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The Festival

What is Shakambhari Purnima 2026?

On Shakambhari Purnima, devotees perform special pujas and rituals to invoke the blessings of Goddess Shakambhari, the goddess of vegetation and food. Temples dedicated to the goddess witness grand celebrations, where devotees offer fruits, vegetables, and other natural produce as symbols of gratitude for a bountiful harvest. The day also marks the conclusion of the Shakambhari Navratri, a nine-day festival dedicated to the goddess. Rituals include chanting of sacred hymns and offering prayers for health, prosperity, and sustenance.

Significance of Shakambhari Purnima 2026 🌿✨

Shakambhari Purnima 2026 honors the nourishing form of Goddess Shakambhari Devi. She symbolizes plenty, care, and sustenance for all beings. This day blends devotion with food, sharing, and healing. It inspires gratitude for greens, grains, and the gifts of the earth. People seek balance, prosperity, and harmony in family and community. 🙏🕊️

Shakambhari Purnima 2026 Date, Muhurat and Timing ⏰🪔

Title Value
Tithi Shukla Purnima (Shakambhari Puja day)
Nakshatra Rohini Nakshatra in the early hours, transitioning to Purnima
Sunrise 06:18 AM IST
Sunset 05:42 PM IST
Auspicious Timing Brahma Muhurat: 05:07–06:02 AM; Abhijit Muhurat: 11:50 AM–12:40 PM; Punya Kala: 1:30–3:00 PM
Date 24 November 2026

Traditions & Rituals of Shakambhari Purnima 2026 🛕🌾

  • Cleanse your home and wake up early for a purifying bath. 🛁
  • Make a small altar with fresh greens, fruits, and bhog for Shakambhari Devi. 🪴
  • Offer a simple aarti and light lamps around the deity. 🪔
  • Distribute prasadam to family, neighbors, and those in need. 🤝

Remedies to Perform on Shakambhari Purnima 2026 🌱💫

  • Action: Offer fresh greens to Shakambhari Devi with a pure heart.
    Benefit: Invites nourishment and inner peace.
  • Action: Light a green candle and recite a short mantra for abundance.
    Benefit: Calms the mind and invites grace.
  • Action: Donate leafy vegetables or seeds to the needy in your locality.
    Benefit: Spreads generosity and social harmony.

Mantras & Chants on Shakambhari Purnima 2026 🕉️🙏

  1. Mantra 1: Om Shakambhari Devi Namaha.
    Significance / Benefit: Invokes nourishment, compassion, and abundance.
  2. Mantra 2: Om Shree Shakambhari Devi Namaha.
    Significance / Benefit: Improves focus, purity, and gratitude.

Fasting Rules & Food Guidelines on Shakambhari Purnima 2026 🥗✨

  • Observe a vrat with a light menu: fruits, milk, and greens; avoid heavy grains.
  • Break the fast after moonrise with a simple, sattvic meal such as yogurt, fruits, and steamed vegetables.
  • Avoid onion, garlic, and non-vegetarian foods on this sacred day.

Dos and Don’ts on Shakambhari Purnima 2026 ✅🚫

  • Do: Take a purifying bath and keep the altar clean. 🛁
  • Do: Perform a simple Shakambhari puja with greens and fruits. 🪷
  • Do: Share food and donate to those in need. 🤝
  • Dont: Consume onion or garlic during the vrat. 🚫🧄
  • Dont: Waste food or water on this holy day. 🚫💧
  • Dont: Get angry or quarrel during rituals. 🚫🗣️
Sacred Chant

"Om Hreem Goddess Shakambhariayai Namah"

Invokes the protective grace of Goddess Shakambhari and clarity of mind.

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Frequently asked questions

Shakambhari Purnima venerates Goddess Shakambhari, a form of Durga/Parvati who nourishes the world with greens and harvest. According to scriptural and regional legends, she descended to relieve famine and feed the hungry, symbolizing divine nourishment. The day is observed on the full moon (Purnima) in the harvest season, with devotees venerating her as the goddess of nourishment.

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