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In Sanatan tradition, Chaturmas is considered the most sacred period of spiritual purification, chanting, penance and health practices. Shukla Paksha of Ashadh month Devshayani Ekadashi (25 July 2026, Saturday) This time Chaturmas of 120 days is going to start, which will end with Devuthani Ekadashi on 20-21 November. According to religious beliefs, during these four months Lord Vishnu goes into Yoga Nidra in Kshirsagar and the management of creation is in the hands of Lord Shiva and other divine powers. Let us understand from a reporter’s perspective why Chaturmas is so important and what rules are mandatory to follow during this time.
Why will auspicious functions like marriage, mundan and housewarming remain closed for 4 months?
It is prescribed in the scriptures that when Lord Vishnu is in Yoga Nidra, then no auspicious and auspicious functions (like marriage, Mundan Sanskar, sacred thread, house warming or starting a new business) are conducted.
It is believed that Lord Shri Hari is the witness and giver of results of auspicious works, hence during his sleeping period, there is lack of God’s blessings in auspicious works. However, this time is considered best only for devotion to God, Bhagwat Katha, Guru service, charity and introspection.
Strict rules for eating habits and daily life: understand the table month by month
Both Ayurveda and Dharmashastra advise to exercise strict restraint regarding eating habits during Chaturmas, because during the rainy season the digestive fire slows down and there is a risk of infection.
| month | Forbidden things (what not to eat) | religious and health reasons |
| Sawan | Green leafy vegetables (spinach, fenugreek etc.) | Vata dosha increases and there is danger of insects. |
| Bhadrapada | curd and buttermilk | There may be cough and stomach related problems. |
| Ashwin | milk and milk products | There may be an imbalance in Pitta dosha. |
| Karthik | Garlic, Onion, Brinjal and Brinjal-Pulses | Tamasic influence increases, sattvikta should remain. |
Apart from this, there is a provision to give up brinjal, radish, pumpkin, oily-spicy food and brinjal in Chaturmas. Devotees take a pledge to sleep on the ground for four months and eat satvik food once.
Importance of Chaturmas from scientific and spiritual point of view
From scientific and Ayurvedic point of view, the time of Chaturmas is the period of weather change. Bacterial and fungal infections spread rapidly during the rainy season and the subsequent humidity.
During this period, eating less food (fasting) and maintaining purity in eating habits gives the body a chance to detoxify and strengthens the immunity. At the same time, from a spiritual point of view, this time is the best opportunity to control your senses and achieve mental peace.