Margashirsha Amavasya has special significance in Hinduism. This Amavasya is the last date of Krishna Paksha of Margashirsha month. According to the scriptures, on this day, by offering tarpan and charity to the ancestors, one attains Akshaya Punya. Also, this day is considered very auspicious for the worship of Kali Mata, Shiva and Lord Vishnu.
Importance of Margashirsha Amavasya
- By performing Pitru Tarpan and Shradh Karma, ancestors attain peace.
- This day is auspicious to get rid of negative energy.
- By pouring water on Shivling on Margashirsha Amavasya, all sins are destroyed.
- On this date, charity and bathing have been said to have special importance.
Margashirsha Amavasya Puja Vidhi
- Take a holy resolution after taking a bath in the morning.
- Offer Arghya to Sun God and perform Tarpan in the name of ancestors.
- Worship Lord Vishnu, Shiva and Kali Mata.
- Donating sesame seeds, food, clothes and lamps is considered extremely auspicious.
- In the evening, donate lamps on the banks of a river or lake.
Auspicious results of Margashirsha Amavasya
- With the blessings of ancestors, happiness and prosperity comes in the family.
- There are chances of progress in business and job.
- Mental peace and spiritual progress is achieved.
- There is protection from negative forces and crises.
Upcoming Amavasya dates
- 19 December 2025, Friday Pausha Amavasya
- 19 December 2025, Friday Darsha Amavasya
- 18 January 2026, Sunday Magha Amavasya
- 18 January 2026, Sunday Darsha Amavasya
- 17 February 2026, Tuesday Darsha Amavasya
- 17 February 2026, Tuesday Phalguna Amavasya
