In Hindu calendar 2026 (2026-2027), there is an Adhik Maas (Mala Maas, Adhika Masam). It is an extra month according to lunar calendar. 2026-2027 Hindu calendar Year is known as Parabhava Nama Samvatsara. ‘Jyeshta Masam’ (Jyeshta Month) comes twice in 2026, one is Adhika Jyeshta Masam (Pratham Jyeshta Maas) and the another one is Nija […]
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Adhika Masa Ekadashi 2023 | Ekadashi Vrat dates in Purushottam Maas
Adhika masa or Adhik month in 2020 is Adhik Ashwin masa. It is an extra month for those who follow Chandramana Panchangam or lunar calendar. In 2023, Adhika masa Ekadashi are known as Padmini Ekadashi (Kamala Ekadasi) and Parama Ekadasi (Kamala Ekadashi). Here are the Ekadashi dates in Adhik Maas 2023 as per North Indian […]
Adhik Maas 2023 begins | Purushottam Maas – 18 July 2023 | Adhika Masam
In Hindu calendar 2023 (2023-2024), Adhik Maas (Purushottam Maas, Mal Maas, Adhika Masam), an extra month in Chandramana Panchangam (Lunar Calendars). Adhik Maas begins on 18 July and ends on 16 August as per North Indian Hindi calendars, Gujarati, Marathi, Kannada & Telugu calendars. Why Adhik Month comes? A lunar year has 354 days while […]
Importance of Adhik Maas Purnima
According to the traditional Hindu lunar calendar, the full moon day is known as Poornima, or Purnima. It is to be remembered that Pournami is the full moon day in South India. Most of the Hindu communities, from morning to evening observe a fast on the day. In 2023, Adhik Maas Purnima date is August […]
Kannada Adhika Maasa 2023
Adhika Ashwina Maasa 2023 in Kannada Panchanga begins on 18 July and ends on 16 August. 2023-2024 Kannada calendar Year is known as Shobhakruth Nama Samvatsara. Adhika Maasa is an extra month according to Chandramana Panchanga of Hindu calendar. It is to note that Adhik Month is dedicated to Lord Krishna. Adhik Maas is also referred […]
Gujarati Adhik Maas 2023 | Adhik Shravan Maas
Gujarati Adhik Aaso Maas 2023 begins on 18 July and ends on 16 August. 2023-2024 Gujarati calendar Year is known as Vikram Samvat 2079. Adhik Maas is an extra month according to Chandramana Panchang of Hindu calendar. It is to note that Adhik Month is dedicated to Lord Krishna. Adhik Maas is also referred to as […]
Marathi Adhik Maas 2023
Marathi Adhik Maas 2023 starts on 18 July and ends on 16 August. 2023-2024 Marathi calendar Year is known as Shalivahan Shak 1945. Adhik Maas is an extra month according to Chandramana Panchang of Hindu calendar. It is to note that Adhik Month is dedicated to Lord Krishna. Adhik Maas is also referred to as Mala […]
Adhika Masam 2026 in Telugu Calendar | Adhika Jyeshta Masam
Adhika Jyeshta Masam 2026 in Telugu calendar begins on 17 May and ends on 15 June. 2026-2027 Hindu calendar Year is known as Parabhava Nama Samvatsaram. Adhika Masam is an extra month according to Chandramana Panchangam of Hindu calendar. It is to note that Adhik Month is dedicated to Lord Krishna. Adhik Maas is also referred […]
Adhik Maas Purnima 2023 | Purushottam Maas Purnima
Adhik Maas Purnima (Purushottam Maas Purnima) 2023 date is August 1. It is Adhik Shravan Purnima, Full Moon day in Adhik Shravan Month (Purushottam Maas / Mal Maas) as per Hindu calendar. Adhik Maas Purnima 2023 Timings… Purnima begins at 03:51 AM on 1 August and ends at 00.01 AM on 2 August. This Purnima […]
Adhik Maas Vrat Katha, Story | Purushottam Maas Vrat Katha
Adhik Maas Vrat Katha, story of Mal Maas Vrat is mentioned in some scriptures. Also known as Purushottama Maas, Adhik Maas is considered very sacred as per Sanatan Dharma and most preferred for Daiva Karyas such as special pujas, vratas and other rituals. The story of Adhik Maas vrat is associated with Lord Vishnu. As […]
Religious Importance of Adhik Maas
The religious importance of Adhik Maas is mentioned in many scriptures. Adhika Maasa is an auspicious month for various religious rituals such as upavas (fasting), reciting religious scriptures, mantras, prayers, performing havans, homas, yagnas, etc.. In 2020, Adhik Maas begins on 18 September and ends on 16 October. This year, it is Adhik Ashwin Maas. […]
Adhik Maas Amavasya 2020 | Purushottam Maas Amavasya
Amavasya is October 2020 is Adhik Maas Amavasya (No Moon in Adhik Ashwin Month) in North Indian Hindi calendars and same Adhik Ashwin Amavasya (Amavasya in Ashwin mahina) in Marathi, Gujarati, Kannada, and Telugu calendars. Amavasya October 2020 date is October 16. Amavasya Time – begins at 4.53 AM on 16th October and ends at 1.00 […]
Things prohibited in Adhika Maasa
What are the various things prohibited in Adhika Maasa? What are the avoidable ceremonies during Adhik Maas? In 2020, Adhik Maas begins on 18 September and ends on 16 October. This year, it is Adhik Ashwin Maas. During the period of Adhika Maasa, marriages (Shubha Vivaha), Mundan Sanskara (Tonsures), inaugurations of new home and House warming […]
Adhika Masa Ekadashi 2015: Ekadasi vrat dates in Adhik Month
Adhika masa or Adhik month in 2015 is Adhik Ashada masa. It is an extra month for those who follow Chandramana Panchangam or lunar calendar. In 2015, Adhika masa Ekadashi are known as Padmini Ekadashi (Kamala Ekadasi) and Parama Ekadasi (Kamala Ekadashi). Here are the Ekadashi dates in Adhika masa 2015 as per North Indian Hindi calendar Kamala […]
Devotees throng Mathura for Adhik Maas
Millions of devotees visit Mathura Brij Bhoomi Sri Krishna Temple on Adhik Maas – an auspicious occasion. In 2020, Adhik Maas begins on 18 September and ends on 16 October. This year, it is Adhik Ashwin Maas. Adhik Maas is a month long religious functions. In the Hindu calendar, an extra month is added after […]
Adhik Maas in 2015 (Mala Masa, Adhika Masam)
In Hindu calendar 2015 (2015-2016), there is an Adhik Maas (Mala Maas, Adhika Masam). It is an extra month according to lunar calendar. 2015-2016 Hindu calendar Year is known as Manmadha Nama Samvatsara. ‘Ashada Masam’ comes twice in 2015, one is Nija Ashada Masam and the another one is Adhika Ashada Masam. As per North […]
Adhik Maas in 2026, 2029, 2031 – Next Adhika masam, Maal Maas
Adhik maas or Adhika masam or Adhik mahina is an extra month in lunar calendar of Hinduism. It comes once in two and half years. 2026 – 2027: Parabhava nama samvatsaram – Jyeshta Maas Adhik mahina 2029 – Sadharana Nama Samvatsaram – Chaitra Maas Adhik Month 2031 – Virodhikrutu Nama Samvatsaram – Bhadrapada Month Adhika […]
Adhik Maas 2012, Adhika Bhadrapada Month in 2012
Adhik Maas (Adhika masam) is an extra month which comes in Lunar Hindu Calendar (both – Amavasyant & Purnimant Panchangams) for every 28 to 36 months. In 2012, Adhik month comes as Adhik Bhadrapad month i.e. Bhadrapad month comes twice in 2012 – Adhik & Nija Bhadrapad maasa. Adhik Bhadrapad month 2012 in North Indian […]
Adhik Maas 2010 – Adhik Vaisakh Maas 2010 dates
Adhik Maas or Extra lunar month in Hindu Astrology occurs in every 2 and half years of period in Hindu Panchang. In 2010, Vaishakh Maas comes twice – Adhik Vaisakh and Nija Vaisakh. Adhik month is also known as Mal Maas or Purushottam Maas. Lord Purushottam (Lord Krishna) is worshipped during the month. Adhik maas […]