The birth anniversary of Lord Vishnu’s tortoise avatar, known as “Kurma” in Sanskrit, is celebrated on Kurma Jayanti in 2025. It occurs on the full moon day (Purnima) of the month of Vaishakh in the Hindu calendar.

According to the Bhagavata Purana, Lord Vishnu took the shape of a tortoise to support Mount Mandara, the churning rod, when the ocean (Ksheer Sagar Manthan) was being churned. Lord Vishnu restored harmony to the cosmos with this deed. Devotees mark Kurma Jayanti with adoration, ceremonies, and respect in remembrance of this holy day, giving thanks to the Lord for his role in maintaining world peace. Kurma Jayanti will be observed on May 12, 2025, this year.

Date and Time of Kurma Jayanti in 2025 Date: Monday, May 12, 2025

– Tithi Purnima Commences at 8:01 PM on May 11, 2025

Purnima Tithi concludes on May 12, 2025, at 10:25 p.m.

In 2025, Kurma Jayanti: Shubh Muhurat
The shubh muhurat for doing puja on Kurma Jayanti 2025 is scheduled on May 12, 2025, from 04:21 PM to 07:03 PM.

Kurma Jayanti: Importance in 2025
According to popular belief, Kurma Jayanti is a very lucky day to start new endeavours like building projects, Vastu work or moving to a new residence. This holy day, according to the devotees, is an opportunity to thank Lord Vishnu for his divine favor in the Kurma avatar.

By driving off bad forces and obstacles from life, the puja done to Lord Kurma on this day is said to guarantee long-term prosperity. It embraces money, success, and good health and helps individuals overcome rivalry and competitiveness. Kurma Jayanti is a good time to begin significant initiatives since it is said to create a favourable and protective environment via rituals and prayers.

Rituals for Kurma Jayanti in 2025
On the auspicious day of Kurma Jayanti, followers dress traditionally and take a holy bath early in the morning. Using holy objects like Tulsi leaves, incense sticks, sandalwood paste, kumkum, flowers, and candies, they offer prayers to Lord Vishnu. On this day, which is very auspicious, devotees also observe a fast. The watchers maintain complete austerity throughout the day, refraining from any immoral behaviour and lying, and they maintain chaste bodies and minds.

To please Lord Vishnu, the devotees do a jaagran at night, staying up and repeating mantras. Reciting the ‘Vishnu Sahasranam’ is said to draw blessings from God and provide very fruitful outcomes on this day. Near the conclusion of the puja, aarti is done. Another important aspect of Kurma Jayanti is charity. Giving food, clothing, or cash to Brahmins or the impoverished is seen as a religious act that will bring about great benefits. Devotees pray for peace, protection, and prosperity in their life by dedicating themselves to Vishnu via fasting and charitable deeds.