Jyeshtha Purnima is one of the most sacred full moon days in the Hindu calendar. Falling in the month of Jyeshtha, this auspicious day is dedicated to the worship of Lord Vishnu, Goddess Lakshmi, and Chandra Dev (the Moon God). Many devotees also observe the Satyanarayan Vrat and perform charitable acts to seek divine blessings. In several parts of India, especially Maharashtra, this day is celebrated as Vat Purnima, where married women pray for the long life and well-being o