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When Is Purnima 2025?

Subject: Static GK (General Knowledge)

Book: Festivals & Dates Queries

Purnima, the full moon day, also occurs monthly. The first Purnima in 2025 lands on Wednesday, January 1. Notable Purnimas like Guru Purnima or Kartik Purnima hold special significance, prompting devotees to undertake fasting, prayers, and offering charity as a mark of gratitude and devotion.

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