Vaishakha Maas वैशाख
Vaishakha, the second month, deepens the spring warmth. Sacred to Vishnu as Madhava, it is a month of charity, sacred bathing and some of the year's most auspicious days.
- Presiding deity
- Vishnu (Madhava)
- Season (ritu)
- Vasanta (spring)
- Order
- Month 2 of 12
Significance
Its Shukla Tritiya is Akshaya Tritiya, an 'imperishable' day when any good deed or purchase is said to bear undiminished fruit; its full moon is Buddha Purnima.
Festivals in Vaishakha
- Akshaya Tritiya
- Narasimha Jayanti
- Buddha Purnima
Observances
Highly favourable for gold purchases, weddings, donations of water, fans and cooling foods, and beginning lasting ventures - especially on Akshaya Tritiya.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Vaishakha month?
Vaishakha, the second month, deepens the spring warmth. Sacred to Vishnu as Madhava, it is a month of charity, sacred bathing and some of the year's most auspicious days.
Which deity is worshipped in Vaishakha?
Vaishakha is devoted to Vishnu (Madhava). Its Shukla Tritiya is Akshaya Tritiya, an 'imperishable' day when any good deed or purchase is said to bear undiminished fruit; its full moon is Buddha Purnima.
What festivals fall in Vaishakha?
Vaishakha is known for Akshaya Tritiya, Narasimha Jayanti, Buddha Purnima. Its Shukla Tritiya is Akshaya Tritiya, an 'imperishable' day when any good deed or purchase is said to bear undiminished fruit; its full moon is Buddha Purnima.
How is Vaishakha observed?
Highly favourable for gold purchases, weddings, donations of water, fans and cooling foods, and beginning lasting ventures - especially on Akshaya Tritiya.
When is Vaishakha in Mumbai, MH (2027)?
Vaishakha runs from 7 May 2027 to 4 June 2027 in Mumbai, MH.
Last updated 29 July 2026