Kartik Snan, Akashdeepdan and Tulsi worship begin today with Asoj Shukla Purnima

Kartik Snan, Akashdeepdan and the special worship of Tulsi, which traditionally begin every year on Asoj Shukla Purnima, are formally starting today.

Today is Monday, Kartik 9, 2083 BS, corresponding to October 26, 2026. According to the calendar, today marks the start of Kartik Snan and Akashdeepdan, as well as the Asoj Shukla Purnima fast.

From today, devotees traditionally go to rivers, ponds and water bodies early in the morning for Kartik Snan and perform special worship of the Tulsi plant at their homes. The custom of lighting and donating Akashdeep lamps in the evening also begins today.

Earlier, on Sunday evening, Kojagrat Purnima was observed with worship of Mahalaxmi, the goddess of wealth and grain. According to Hindu scriptures, Monday is also considered a day for worshipping Lord Shiva.