Purushottam Maas, or Purushottama Month, is the Adhik Mahina or Extra month that is added to Hindu lunar calendars once in 2.5 years
to match with the solar calendars. In 2026, there is a Purushottam Masa – this is
the Adhika Jyeshta Month. Purushottam month in 2026 is from May 17 to June 15, 2026 .
Purushottam Month is dedicated to Vishnu. It is believed
that worshipping Vishnu in the month is highly meritorious. Purushottam Maas is
also dedicated to the Krishna Avatar of Vishnu.
It is believed that performing Purushottama Masa Vrata is equal to performing 1000 Kartika Vratas.. so an intelligent man who practices devotional service towards the Supreme Lord in this Purushottama month will enjoy a blissful life while in this world and after leaving his body he will return back to Godhead.” – (Lord Sri Krishna in Padma Purana)
It is believed that performing Purushottama Masa Vrata is equal to performing 1000 Kartika Vratas.. so an intelligent man who practices devotional service towards the Supreme Lord in this Purushottama month will enjoy a blissful life while in this world and after leaving his body he will return back to Godhead.” – (Lord Sri Krishna in Padma Purana)
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