🌙 1–5 January 2026 – Chandra Darshan (First Moon Sighting after Amavasya)

Tithi: Shukla Pratipada
Day: Monday
Month: Pausha

🕉️ Spiritual Meaning

Chandra Darshan, the first sighting of the crescent moon after Amavasya (New Moon), holds deep spiritual significance in Hindu tradition. It marks the beginning of the waxing lunar phase (Shukla Paksha), symbolizing hope, renewal, and growth.

Devotees believe that viewing the moon on this day brings prosperity, emotional balance, and clarity of mind. The moon represents calmness (Chitta Shuddhi) and mental peace, making this day ideal for reflection, gratitude, and new beginnings.

🌼 Rituals (Puja Vidhi)

1. Moon Sighting:
   Devotees look at the moon in the early evening and offer water, flowers, and rice.
2. Chandra Dev Puja:
   Offer sandalwood, white flowers, sugar, and white sweets like kheer or malpua.
3. Fasting (Vrat):
   Some devotees observe a Chandra Darshan fast, breaking it only after seeing the moon.
4. Chanting:
   Recite the mantra — “Om Chandraya Namah”

🌙 Spiritual Benefits

• Brings peace and stability to the mind.
• Enhances emotional strength and intuition.
• Reduces ill effects of Chandra dosha (moon affliction) in astrology.
• Brings prosperity and balance in family life.