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1. Early Morning Holy Bath (Snan)

• Devotees wake up early and take a holy dip in sacred rivers like the Ganga, Yamuna, Godavari, or Krishna.
• Bathing in these rivers is believed to cleanse sins and bring spiritual merit.

2. Worship of Lord Vishnu and Satyanarayana Puja

• Devotees perform Satyanarayana Puja, a special ritual dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
• Offerings include fruits, sweets, Panchamrit (a mixture of milk, curd, honey, ghee, and sugar), and Tulsi leaves.
• The Satyanarayana Katha (story) is recited, followed by Aarti.

3. Hanuman Jayanti Celebrations

• Chaitra Poornima is observed as Hanuman Jayanti in some regions, celebrating the birth of Lord Hanuman.
• Devotees visit Hanuman temples, recite Hanuman Chalisa, and offer sindoor, coconut, and sweets.
• Many observe fasting and participate in bhajans and kirtans.

4. Offering Prayers to Chandra Dev (Moon God)

• Since it is a full moon day, people worship Chandra Dev in the evening.
• Offerings include water, rice, and white-colored sweets to the Moon for mental peace and emotional stability.

5. Annadanam (Charity and Donations)

• Feeding the poor, donating food, clothes, and essentials to the needy is considered highly meritorious.
• Many people distribute rice, jaggery, milk, and fruits as part of the charity.

6. Observing Fasting (Vrat)

• Many devotees observe a Chaitra Poornima Vrat (fast) and consume only satvik food.
• Some take only fruits, milk, and water, breaking their fast after moonrise.

7. Reading and Listening to Scriptures

• Bhagavad Gita, Vishnu Sahasranama, and Ramayana are recited.
• Listening to spiritual discourses is believed to bring peace and divine blessings.

8. Offering Arghya to the Moon

• At night, devotees offer Arghya (water mixed with milk) to the full moon while chanting mantras.
• This ritual is believed to bring harmony, prosperity, and relief from negativity.

9. Special Worship of Goddess Lakshmi

• In some traditions, Mahalakshmi Puja is performed for financial growth and prosperity.
• Devotees light lamps, offer flowers, and chant Lakshmi mantras.