Buddha Purnima 2024 is here and this day is considered special both by the Hindus and the Buddhists. Believers from both religions celebrate this day with a lot of fervour. This occasion of Buddha Purnima - is considered extremely auspicious across cultures - a night of full moon and a day blessed with positivity. Buddhist followers across the globe celebrate this festival with a lot of enthusiasm as the day marks the birth and enlightenment of Lord Buddha as it happened on this day. According to the Hindu calendar, this ongoing month of Vaisakha is considered to be Lord Vishnu’s favourite and hence this occasion which comes with a full moon’s night is considered to be very auspicious. What are the auspicious rituals to do on this day? Watch the video to know more.
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