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As March draws to a close, the arrival of April 2026 marks the beginning of the month of *Vaishakh*, according to the Hindu *Panchang* (almanac). This month is considered to be of immense religious significance, as it plays host to several major fasts and festivals. Furthermore, this very month marks the commencement of the auspicious season for weddings (*Lagna*) and propitious marriage *Muhurats* (timings), thereby initiating a period of auspicious ceremonies and rituals. Consequently, this month is regarded as particularly special for worship, fasting, and auspicious undertakings. Let us find out directly from the astrologer in Deoghar exactly which fasts and festivals are scheduled to occur during April.

What the Astrologer from Deoghar Has to Say
Speaking to *Local 18*, Pandit Nand Kishore Mudgal—an astrologer based in Deoghar—stated that April is set to begin in just a few days, bringing with it a host of fasts and festivals. The calendar of festivals and observances for April 2026 is as follows:

April 2, 2026, Thursday: Hanuman Jayanti and Chaitra Purnima Vrat.
April 3, 2026, Friday: Commencement of the month of Vaishakh.
April 5, 2026, Sunday: Vikat Sankashti Chaturthi.
April 9, 2026, Thursday: Monthly Krishna Janmashtami.
April 10, 2026, Friday: Kalashtami.
April 13, 2026, Monday: Varuthini Ekadashi.
April 15, 2026, Wednesday: Monthly Shivratri and Pradosh Vrat (Wednesday).
April 17, 2026, Friday: Vaishakh Amavasya.
April 19, 2026, Sunday: Commencement of the Wedding Season (*Lagna*).
April 20, 2026, Monday: Akshaya Tritiya and Parashurama Jayanti.
April 23, 2026, Thursday: Ganga Saptami.
April 24, 2026, Friday: Bagalamukhi Jayanti and Monthly Durgashtami.
April 25, 2026, Saturday: Sita Navami.
April 27, 2026, Monday: Mohini Ekadashi, Siddhilakshmi Jayanti, and Thrissur Pooram. April 28, 2026, Tuesday: Pradosh Vrat (Bhaum) and Parashurama Dwadashi.
April 30, 2026, Thursday: Narasimha Jayanti and Chhinnamasta Jayanti.

The Month of April Holds Special Significance from a Spiritual Perspective as Well
Thus, the entire month of April 2026 will be filled with fasts and festivals. During this period, devotees will observe various fasts, perform rituals and worship, and engage in acts of charity to pray for happiness, peace, and prosperity in their lives. A notable highlight is that this month includes major festivals such as Hanuman Jayanti, Akshaya Tritiya, and Mohini Ekadashi—occasions of immense religious significance. All in all, the month of April promises to be exceptionally auspicious and special from a spiritual standpoint, with a significant fast or festival occurring every single week.

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