Buddha Purnima 2026: Date, time, rituals, history and significance
TOI Religion / Apr 30, 2026, 17:51 (IST)
Buddha Purnima 2026, commemorating Gautam Buddha's 2588th birth anniversary, is observed on May 1st. This significant Hindu festival marks the birth, enlightenment, and passing of Lord Buddha, believed to be Vishnu's ninth avatar. Devotees celebrate with grandeur, honoring his teachings and spiritual path.