Kojagiri Pournima 2026
Sunday, 25 October 2026
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Sunday, 25 October 2026
Tithi 14
Names in regional scripts
About Kojagiri Pournima
Ashwin Pournima (Sharad Purnima) — Maharashtrian families stay awake all night drinking saffron-flavoured warm milk under the brightest moon of the year. Lakshmi visits homes that are awake (Kojagiri = "who is awake?"). The same day as Bengali Kojagari Lakshmi Puja.
Tithi: Tithi 14 · Type: major · Fasting: Not central to this festival
Kojagiri Pournima dates (2025–2029)
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 6 Oct | Monday |
| 2026This year | 25 Oct | Sunday |
| 2027 | 14 Oct | Thursday |
| 2028 | 2 Oct | Monday |
| 2029 | 21 Oct | Sunday |
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Frequently asked questions
When is Kojagiri Pournima 2026?
Kojagiri Pournima 2026 falls on Sunday, 25 October 2026. Tithi 14
What is the significance of Kojagiri Pournima?
Ashwin Pournima (Sharad Purnima) — Maharashtrian families stay awake all night drinking saffron-flavoured warm milk under the brightest moon of the year. Lakshmi visits homes that are awake (Kojagiri = "who is awake?"). The same day as Bengali Kojagari Lakshmi Puja.
Is Kojagiri Pournima a public holiday?
Kojagiri Pournima is not a centrally gazetted holiday but is widely observed in homes and temples. Some states declare it a regional holiday — check your local calendar.
Do you fast on Kojagiri Pournima?
Fasting is not the central ritual of Kojagiri Pournima. The day is celebrated with feasts, prayers, and family gatherings.
When will Kojagiri Pournima be celebrated next year (2027)?
Kojagiri Pournima 2027 will be celebrated on Thursday, 14 October 2027.
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