Pink Moon is going to appear on Hanuman Jayanti this time. It has special significance in spring. Explain that the moon will not appear pink on this day, but its presence in spring holds spiritual significance. It affects rituals and celebrations. Pink Moon is seen as a symbol of renewal and power.
Earth.com According to, the moon revolves around the earth in the oval orbit. And on this day the Moon reaches the point located at the farthest point in its elliptical class. It is called Apogee, it is the moment that coincides with the full moon stage. In this situation the moon looks quite small and shines slightly than other days. It can also be understood by comparing it to supermoon. The supermoon occurs when the moon comes to the closest point of the Earth. The difference in both conditions is quite large. On this day the moon looks 14% large and 30% more shiny.
Why is ‘pink moon’ called
Discover magazine According to, Pink Moon was given its name for blooming Flox (also known as Moss Pink). Moss Pink is a flowering plant that blooms in most parts of eastern and central America from April to early May. Therefore, it is also related to the moon. Like other months of full moon, this original American naming traditions are included. Apart from this, it is also known by many other names, including ‘Breaking Ice Moon’, ‘Egg Moon’ etc.
Pinkmoon’s religious significance in India
If seen for Hindus in India, it matches the full moon Hanuman Jayanti, which is a celebration of the birth of Lord Hanuman. Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated in most areas on the full moon day of Chaitra month of Hindu Chandra.
Coincidence with Baisakhi 2025
It also has importance with Baisakhi. Baisakhi is also known as Vaisakhi. It is an important festival celebrated in Punjab and Northern India which is associated with harvesting of crops. It comes just after the pink moon. It is a symbol of the Sikh New Year and reminds of the formation of Khalsa in 1699. The Baisakhi celebrated on 13 or 14 April is a symbol of a new beginning and spiritual renovation.