Adhik Maas
Adhik Maas for selected year
Adhik Jyeshtha Maas
Vikram Samvat 2083
What is Adhik Maas?
Adhik Maas, also known as Purushottam Maas, is an extra lunar month added to synchronize the lunar calendar with the solar year.
This month is considered highly auspicious for spiritual practices such as Japa, Vrat, Dana, and Vishnu Bhakti, while Manglik ceremonies are avoided.
Key Characteristics
- Occurs once every 2.5–3 years
- Dedicated to Lord Vishnu
- Ideal for spiritual discipline
- No fixed Gregorian month
A sacred period for आत्मशुद्धि and भक्ति