Pausha, Shukla Purnima

Poornima or Full Moon in Shukla Paksha within Paush month as per Hindu Panchang is known as Paush Poornima. It holds a major significance as per the Hindu religion. This date is dear to Moon, as on this day it appears as a whole. As per Hindu mythological scriptures, devotees do charity, bathe in holy water, and offer water to Lord Sun on Paush Poornima. It is widely believed that carrying out such religious acts and accomplishing it provides excellent results. On the day of Paush Poornima, bathing in Kashim Prayag Raj and Ganga in Haridwar is said to be of high importance.