Shakambhari Purnima 2026: Maa Shakambhari Jayanti Today, Know Puja & Significance

• Shakambhari Purnima 2026, also Paush Purnima, marks the conclusion of the Shakambhari Utsav.
• Maa Shakambhari, a form of Maa Durga, is revered as the goddess of nourishment, greenery, and abundance.
• According to mythology, she slayed demon Durgam and restored Earth's vegetation, earning her name 'bearer of vegetables'.
• Worship on this day, including offerings of fruits and vegetables, is believed to bring blessings of health and prosperity.
• The Purnima Tithi begins on January 2, 2026, at 06:53 PM and ends on January 3, 2026, at 03:32 PM.

Why It Matters: Shakambhari Purnima celebrates Maa Shakambhari, goddess of nourishment, bringing health and prosperity.