Vaishakh Month 2026: Vaishakh month is considered very sacred and auspicious in Hindu religion. Special importance of bathing, charity and fasting has been given in this month. In the year 2026, the month of Vaishakh is bringing many important fasts and festivals, which include Akshaya Tritiya to Mohini Ekadashi. It is believed that the fruits of auspicious work done during this period never end.

7 major fasts of Vaishakh month and their dates
Varuthini Ekadashi – 14 April 2026
This fast is considered to liberate one from sins. Doing this brings happiness and prosperity in life.
Akshaya Tritiya – 20 April 2026
Auspicious work can be done on this day even without auspicious time. Buying gold, marriage and starting a new work is considered very auspicious.
Ganga Saptami – 24 April 2026
On this day, the incarnation of Mother Ganga on earth is believed. One attains virtue by bathing in Ganga and donating.
Sita Navami – 26 April 2026
It is celebrated as the birth anniversary of Mother Sita. Keeping fast on this day maintains happiness and peace in the family.
Mohini Ekadashi – 4 May 2026
This fast is associated with the Mohini incarnation of Lord Vishnu. By doing this all troubles go away.
Narasimha Jayanti – 5 May 2026
There is a tradition of special worship on the incarnation day of Lord Narasimha.
Vaishakh Purnima – 12 May 2026
Lord Buddha was born on this day. Charity and bathing have special importance.

Why is Vaishakh month special?
According to religious beliefs, bathing, donating and fasting before sunrise in the month of Vaishakh brings inexhaustible virtue. Donating water, helping the poor and worshiping Lord Vishnu in this month brings happiness and prosperity in life.

What to do in this month?
wake up early in the morning and take bath
donate water and food
Worship Tulsi and Lord Vishnu
help the needy

Vaishakh 2026 is not just a month but a golden opportunity for spiritual progress. If you follow these fasts and festivals as per the rituals, then you can see positive changes in your life.