On Wednesday, 1 April 2026, it is Purnima of Shukla Paksha, in the month of Chaitra. The day falls on a Budhavara, traditionally ruled by Mercury, with the Moon resting in Uttara Phalguni nakshatra. Purnima is considered an auspicious tithi, so it is a favorable day for new beginnings, ceremonies, or important decisions.
Between 1:06 PM and 2:43 PM, Rahu Kaal is in effect; elders advise against starting anything new during this window. The most auspicious moment of the day is Abhijit Muhurta, from 12:40 PM to 1:32 PM, a good slot for anything important.
Vrat: ચૈત્ર પૂનમ is observed on Wednesday, 1 April 2026, an important fasting day in the Gujarati tradition.
Full Moon: most auspicious for worship and new ventures
Growth: excellent for business and financial matters
Purnima is the 15th day of Shukla Paksha in the month of Chaitra. Full Moon: most auspicious for worship and new ventures. In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, a month ends on Amavasya (new moon).
Vriddhi is one of the 27 Yogas, calculated from the combined longitudes of the Sun and Moon. Growth: excellent for business and financial matters. At sunrise the Moon is in Uttara Phalguni Nakshatra, Pada 4. Helpful, stable energy. Good for marriage, contracts, and long-term commitments.