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Magha Purnima

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Maghi Purnina, also known by the name of Magha Purnima, is known to be a day of the full moon that occurs during the Hindu calendar month of Magh. This day falls during the Gregorian calendar month of January or February. During this time period, the auspicious Kumbh Mela is held every twelve years, and the Magha Mela is held on an annual basis at the confluence of three rivers or Triveni Sangam all around north India, such as in cities like Allahabad or Prayag.

Date in Gregorian calendar

Year Date
2019 22 February
2019 10 February
2019 31 January
2019 19 February
2020 9 February
2021 27 February
2022 6 February
2023 5 February
2023 24 February
2023 12 February
2023 1 February

See also

Basant Panchmi

References