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Magh Purnima Vrat Katha: Know the legend associated with this auspicious day Updated Feb 26, 2021 | 06:41 IST
The Purnima (Full Moon Day) of the Magha month is known as Magh Purnima. This year, Magh Purnima Vrat will be observed today. Read on to know the Katha associated with this auspicious day. Pic credit: istockphoto. Magh Purnima Vrat Katha
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The Purnima Tithi of the Magha month is referred to as Magh Purnima
Devotees observe a day-long fast on Purnima Tithi and break it only after sighting the Moon
The Full Moon day of the Lunar fortnight is called Purnima in Hindi/Sanskrit. And the Purnima of the Magha month is known as Magh Purnima. Those who are spiritually inclined keep a day-long fast on Purnima Tithi and break it only after sighting the Moon and offering their prayers by performing Arghya (ritual of offering water). This year, Magh Purnima Vrat will be observed today. Read on to know the Katha associated with this auspicious