Kartik Purnima 2024: Kartik Purnima holds immense importance in Hinduism. Falling in the month of Kartik according to the Hindu Panchang, this holy day usually occurs in November. It is a deeply spiritual occasion, with devotees fasting and offering prayers to Lord Vishnu and Lord Krishna. The entire month of Kartik is considered very auspicious and is dedicated to honoring Lord Vishnu. Many people observe the Satyanarayan Vrat on Kartik Purnima, which is why it is named after the month of Kartik. This year, Kartik Purnima will be celebrated on November 15, 2024.

Kartik Purnima 2024: date and time

Purnima Tithi begins: November 15, 2024 – 06:19
End of Purnima Tithi: November 16, 2024 – 02:58 a.m.
Moonrise time on Purnima: November 15, 2024 – 4:58 p.m.

Kartik Purnima 2024: Importance

Kartik Purnima is one of the most sacred days, dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Devotees observe the Satyanarayan Vrat and offer prayers with deep devotion. This day is also celebrated as Dev Diwali and marks the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak, adding to the festivity and spiritual essence. Thousands of devotees visit holy sites like Haridwar, Varanasi and Rishikesh to perform the Deep Daan ritual, lighting lamps as an offering to the holy Ganga.

Kartik Purnima 2024: Rituals (Puja Vidhi)

Devotees begin Kartik Purnima with a ritual bath, believed to purify the soul. They clean their houses, visit temples to pray to Lord Vishnu and light a diya in front of his idol. Many people also gather at the Ganga Ghats to take a holy bath and then engage in various spiritual practices such as havan (fire ritual), yagya, charity and fasting. Observing the Satyanarayan Vrat and lighting the diyas are common practices on this day. Devotees also offer Arghya (water) to the Moon God as part of their prayers.

Kartik Purnima holds a special place because of its deep religious significance, bringing together devotees who seek blessings, peace and spiritual fulfillment through rituals and acts of devotion.