Buddha Purnima 2025 in India Date: is an auspicious festival for Buddhists in India and across the globe. It commemorates the birth anniversary of Gautam Buddha, the founder of Buddhism. As per legend, it is believed that this was also the day he achieved enlightenment and, consequently,. This year, Buddha Purnima will be celebrated on Monday, May 12, 2025, marking the 2587th birth anniversary of Gautam Buddha.
Buddha Purnima is a gazetted holiday in India which falls on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Vaisakha, usually between April and May, according to the Asian lunisolar calendar. This is why the celebration is often referred to as Vaisakhi Buddha Purnima or Vesak.
Gautam Buddha was born Prince Siddhartha Gautama approximately 563 BC in Lumbini, modern-day Nepal. His father ruled the kingdom of Kapilavastu, where he spent his childhood. A philosopher, spiritual guide, religious leader, and meditator, Buddha is considered the ninth Vishnu avatar (reincarnation), according to Hindu beliefs.
On this auspicious day, members of the Buddhist community pray to Lord Buddha by visiting his sacred places and temples and mark the occasion by fasting, giving charity, lighting incense before him and praying for peace.
