Devotees gathered at Mumbai’s historic Banganga Tank on Sunday to take part in a sacred ritual bathing ceremony during Adhik Maas Purnima. Pics/Ashish Raje
Updated On: 2026-05-31 07:49 PM IST
Compiled by : Asif Ali Sayed
According to the Hindu calendar, the Purnima that falls during Adhik Maas occurs once every two and a half years and is regarded as highly auspicious
On this day, people worship Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi
Adhik Maas is also referred to as Mal Maas or Purushottam Maas. Since this full moon falls within Adhik Maas, it is commonly known as Adhik Purnima
The devotees took a holy dip, known as snan, in the ancient tank in south Mumbai as part of traditional religious observances
Banganga Tank, located in south Mumbai, is considered a spiritually significant site with deep roots in Hindu mythology
Religious beliefs hold that rituals performed during the Adhik Maas Purnima bring multiplied spiritual benefits