There is an Adhik Ashada Mahina or Masa in Gujarati calendar in 2015. This extra month is a unique feature in Hindu lunar calendars which happens mostly once in 2.5 years. Adhik Ashad Mahina in traditional Gujarat calendar in 2015 is from June 17 to July 16. The extra month is dedicated to Lord Krishna and is also known as Purushottam Maas. The current year as per traditional Gujarati calendar is Vikram Samvat 2071.
Adhik Ashada Mahina Sud Padavo and Vad Padavo
- Adhik Ashada Gujarati calendar 2015 Sud Padvo (Waxing phase of moon) is from June 17 to July 2
- Adhik Ashada Maas 2015 Vad Padvo (Waning phase of moon) is from July 3 to July 16, 2015
Amas and Purnima in Adhik Ashada Month
- Adhik Ashada Purnima or Full moon day is on July 2, 2015. The Purnima begins at 9:30 AM on July 1 and ends at 7:49 AM on July 2.
- Adhik Ashada Amas or No moon day is on July 16, 2015. The Amavasi begins at 6:38 AM on July 16 and ends at 6:56 AM on July 17.
Adhik Ashada Mahina auspicious days and festivals:
- Ekadasi fasting – June 28
- Som Pradosh - June 29
- Ekadasi fasting – July 12
- Som Pradosh – July 13
Please note that Adhik Ashada month 2015 in traditional Hindu calendar followed in North India is from June 17 to July 16.
Adhik Ashada Month in Maharashtra , Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka is similar to the Gujarati Calendar.
Next month in Gujarati calendar is the Ashada Month or Nija Ashada Mahina.
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