A key ritual of the festival involves preparing kheer (rice pudding) and placing it under the open sky between 10:37 PM and 12:09 AM to absorb the moon's soothing rays.
Sharad Purnima Recipe: Although both kheer and payesh include the same ingredients in the recipe, but what makes the two different from each other is the consistency.
Sharad Purnima 2020 Fasting Rituals: While some perform nirjala fast, others consume coconut water, fruits and fruits during the fast.
As per ritual, kheer is prepared and left overnight after performing the puja. It is then distributed among friends and family the next day.