Adhik Maas is also known as Purushottam Maas. This month is one of the most sacred months according to the Hindu calendar. This month is dedicated to the worship of Lord Vishnu. This entire month is considered highly auspicious for spiritual growth, charity, devotion and self-discipline. It is considered auspicious for performing various spiritual and religious activities. Purushottam month started from 17th May and it will end on 15th June, 2026 so one should follow some guidelines which we are going to mention below. Let’s see the do’s and don’ts given below:

Here are the following do’s and don’ts to follow during Purushottam month:

follow spiritual activities

This month is extremely holy and sacred. People perform various religious and spiritual activities ranging from lighting lamps, praying, meditating and chanting mantras to reciting holy scriptures.

keep fast

People can observe fast on any special day to please Lord Vishnu. Thursday is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, hence one must worship him on this special day.

chant mantras

During this month, one should chant various mantras of Lord Vishnu, Lord Rama and Lord Krishna to please them as they bless the devotees with the fulfillment of their desired wishes. This is going to be a powerful ritual that everyone should follow during this month.

read any scripture

Devotees are advised to read any holy scriptures like Ramcharitmanas and Bhagavad Geeta as these scriptures will help you to connect with God and you will be able to learn a lot of things through it.

Recite Stotra/Kavacham

You can recite Shri Hari Stotra, Narayan Kavach and Vishnu Sahasranama as reciting them during this Purushottam month can be beneficial. With this, all your desired wishes will be fulfilled.

don’t drink alcohol

As we know that Purushottam month is dedicated to Lord Vishnu so the entire month is considered extremely sacred and you need to stay away from alcohol.

Avoid non-vegetarian food

Devotees should avoid eating non-vegetarian food as it will create hindrance if you are looking for spiritual growth. Pure vegetarian and satvik food is preferred as it will make you feel calm and comfortable while following spiritual activities.

Avoid anger and negative speech

In this month you should avoid using negative words, jealousy, hatred and greed. There are five bad elements in all of us that we should try to improve and Purushottam month is the most important month to follow this.

Avoid auspicious events

Since this month is also known as Adhik Maas, organizing auspicious events like marriage, engagement, roka, housewarming ceremony, naming ceremony, buying property and starting new business ventures should be avoided.