Pothi Purnima is observed on the full moon day in Shravan month. The day is dedicated to the reading of the books written Gurus and Saints. It is observed on Guru Purnima day and also by some communities on Shravan Purnima day. Guru Purnima is on July 15, 2011 and Shravan Purnima is on August 13, 2011.
The day is primarily meant for showing respect to Gurus and Saints.
In Shirdi Sai Baba temples, Sai Charita is read on the day – non stop by several devotees.