Adhik Jyeshtha Maas: The regional customs, food, and family questions readers search for
TOI Astrology / May 21, 2026, 12:16 (IST)
Adhik Maas, an extra lunar month, arrives to realign calendars, prompting family discussions on its observance. While some view it as inauspicious for major ceremonies, others emphasize it as a period for increased devotion, charity, and spiritual practice. Regional variations exist in naming and customs, but the focus on Vishnu bhakti remains consistent.