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The text describes the upcoming Paush Purnima Vrat (fast) on January 3, 2026, a significant day in Sanatan Dharma. It emphasizes the auspiciousness of fasting, bathing, and donating on this day for attaining prosperity, peace, and positive energy. The text details the timing of the Purnima tithi (lunar day), auspicious times for bathing and donating, things to avoid on this day, and the correct method for performing the Paush Purnima Puja (worship). It stresses the importance of worshipping Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi, avoiding negativity, and engaging in charitable acts.

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First Paush Purnima of 2026 to be Observed on January 3rd

New Delhi, [Date of Publication] – Devotees of Sanatan Dharma are preparing to observe Paush Purnima, the first full moon of the year, on January 3, 2026. This day is considered highly auspicious for fasting, bathing in holy waters, and engaging in acts of charity.

Religious scriptures state that worshipping Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi on Paush Purnima brings happiness, prosperity, mental peace, and positive energy into one’s life. Observing the fast is believed to alleviate suffering.

The Purnima tithi begins on January 2nd, 2026, at 6:53 PM and concludes on January 3rd, 2026, at 3:32 PM. The auspicious time for bathing and donating is from 5:25 AM to 6:20 AM. The Abhijit Muhurat, another auspicious period, falls between 12:04 PM and 12:46 PM. Moonrise is expected at 5:28 PM.

Astrologers advise devotees to refrain from sleeping late, engaging in disputes or anger, and lending or borrowing money on this day. Charitable acts, meditation, and prayer are highly encouraged.

The proper method for performing the Paush Purnima Puja includes waking up before sunrise, bathing (preferably in a holy river or with Ganga water), and taking a vow to observe the fast. Devotees should offer water to the Sun God and then worship Lord Vishnu with flowers, incense, lamps, fruits, and offerings. Donating food, sesame seeds, jaggery, blankets, and woolen clothes to those in need is also considered highly meritorious.

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