When is Magh Purnima? Know the auspicious time of bathing in Ganga, its importance and complete information about the conclusion of Magh Mela:

News India Live, Digital Desk: According to the Hindu calendar, the full moon date of Shukla Paksha of Magh month is called Magh Purnima. It is believed that on this day Lord Vishnu himself resides in the water of Ganga, hence the benefits of bathing in Ganga become infinite times. Magh Purnima in the year 2026 1 February Will be celebrated. On this day, the Kalpvas of the devotees doing Kalpvas on the sands of Sangam will also end.

Magh Purnima 2026: Date and auspicious time (Shubh Muhurat)

According to Panchang calculations, the timing of Purnima Tithi will be as follows:

Purnima date start: 31 January 2026, Saturday night at 09:55 From.

Purnima date ends: 1 February 2026, Sunday night at 08:30 till.

According to the date of birth: Magha Purnima fast and holy bath 1 February 2026 Will be done only.

Religious importance of Magh Purnima

Confluence of Gods: It is believed that on Magh Purnima, all the gods and goddesses take human form and come to Prayagraj to take bath at the confluence of Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati.

Perfection of Kalpavas: During Magh Mela, the fast of Kalpvasis, who follow strict rules for a month, ends with the last bath on this day.

Pitru Tarpan: By doing charity on this day, not only does a person get freedom from his own sins, but his ancestors also get salvation.

Puja Vidhi & Daan

Bathing: Take a bath in any holy river, especially Ganga, before sunrise. If not possible, then take bath at home by mixing Ganga water in water.

Arghya: After bathing, offer Arghya to the Sun God with the mantra ‘Om Suryay Namah’.

Vishnu Puja: Listen to the story of Lord Satyanarayan and perform the aarti of Lakshmi-Narayan.

Donation: on Magha Purnima Sesame seeds, blankets, ghee, fruits and grains Donating is considered a great donation. Providing food to Brahmins and the needy on this day is extremely fruitful.

What is the story of Magh Purnima?

According to mythology, a Brahmin named Sukanta lived on the banks of Narmada. He spent his entire life in devotion to God. When the end came, he realized that he had not done enough charity while following the Grihastha Dharma. Then he chose the path of bathing in Ganga and chanting in the month of Magh. By taking bath on the day of Magh Purnima, he attained divine body and went straight to Vaikuntha Dham. Since then the tradition of bathing and donating on this date is unbroken.