New Delhi, May 1 -- Buddha Purnima marks one of the most important festivals of the Buddhist community. Each year, it falls on the full moon day in the month of Vaisakha, usually April or May, as per the Buddhist calendar. Also known as Buddha Jayanti, it celebrates the birth of Gautam Buddha, the spiritual teacher who founded Buddhism. Buddha Purnima celebrates his birth, enlightenment, and passing (Mahaparinirvana). This year marks the 2588th birth anniversary of Gautama Buddha.

This year, Buddha Purnima will be observed on May 1, Friday.

Purnima Tithi Begins - 5:42 PM on 30 April 2026

Purnima Tithi Ends - 7:22 PM on 1 May 2026

On this day, Buddhists mark the occasion by visiting Buddhist temples. They offer flowers, incense, and pe...