Parashurama Dwadashi 2026 — Completion of the Akshaya Tritiya Cycle
Sunday April 26, 2026 — 12th day of Parashurama Jayanti. Union of Vedic discipline and solar valor. Puja on this day strengthens new beginnings.
Why This Sunday Is Special
Parashurama Gayatri Mantra
Puja Materials
Puja Method — 5 Steps
☑ Parashurama Dwadashi Checklist
0/5- After morning bath, set up puja in east directionPlace Parashurama image alongside Surya image
- Arrange red flowers, wheat, ghee lamp — puja materials
- Chant Parashurama Gayatri mantra 108 times
- Offer Arghya to Sun with copper vessel — Om Ghrini Suryaya Namah
- Donate wheat — to a Brahmin or templeThis completes the Akshaya Tritiya cycle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is “Parashurama Dwadashi” and when is it observed?
It explains parashurama dwadashi — the occasion, the deity or planet it honours, and where it falls in the Hindu calendar. The exact date follows the Vedic Panchang and shifts each year, so VedKosh gives the current date along with the vidhi.
How is “Parashurama Dwadashi” observed?
Observance typically involves a vrat (fast), puja of the presiding deity, and traditional rituals done after a morning bath with shraddha. The page sets out the step-by-step vidhi, the items needed, and the auspicious time where relevant.
What is the significance of “Parashurama Dwadashi”?
It is traditionally observed to seek the blessings of the associated deity — for well-being, removal of obstacles, or fulfilment of vows. The page explains the scriptural and devotional significance so the observance is meaningful, not merely ritual.
Updated for 2026
