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According to the Hindu calendar, Amavasya is the final day of the *Krishna Paksha* (the dark fortnight or the waning phase of the moon). On this day, the moon is not visible from Earth; hence, it is also known as the New Moon night. An Amavasya occurs in every lunar month, and there are generally 12 such days in a year. However, if an *Adhik Maas* (an extra lunar month) occurs, the number can rise to 13.
Amavasya holds special religious significance in Sanatan Dharma. Performing rituals such as *Tarpan* (offering water to ancestors), charity, holy bathing, *Japa* (chanting), meditation, and worship of the Divine on this day is considered auspicious.
Amavasya is regarded as a day for introspection, spiritual practice (*Sadhana*), and remembering one's ancestors (*Pitris*). Religious beliefs hold that acts of charity, chanting, *Tarpan*, and worship performed on this day yield special spiritual rewards. Days such as Sarvapitri Amavasya, Mauni Amavasya, and Deepavali Amavasya are considered particularly significant.
Amavasya is considered a day especially dedicated to the ancestors (*Pitris*). On this day, many families perform *Tarpan* (ritual offering of water) using water, sesame seeds, and *Kusha* grass. According to religious traditions, remembering one's ancestors and performing *Tarpan* in the prescribed manner invokes their blessings and ensures peace and happiness within the family.
✔ Bathe in a holy river.
✔ Meditate on the Divine.
✔ Engage in acts of charity and meritorious deeds.
✔ Perform *Pitri Tarpan* (offering to ancestors).
✔ Feed the poor.
✔ Light a lamp beneath a Peepal tree (if customary in your tradition).
✔ Consume *Sattvic* food.
✘ Avoid anger and disputes.
✘ Abstain from intoxicants.
✘ Do not insult anyone.
✘ Stay away from falsehood and deceit.
✘ Do not be negligent in religious duties.
When Amavasya falls on a Monday, it is known as Somvati Amavasya. It is considered especially significant for the worship of Lord Shiva and for performing meritorious deeds.
When the new moon day (Amavasya) falls on a Saturday, it is known as Shani Amavasya. On this day, many devotees worship Lord Shani Dev.
The new moon day of the Ashwin month is called Mahalaya or Sarvapitri Amavasya. It marks the final day of Pitru Paksha and holds special significance for performing *Pitru Tarpan* (rituals to honor ancestors).
The festival of Diwali is celebrated on the new moon day of the Kartik month. Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha are worshipped on this day.
The new moon day of the Magh month is known as Mauni Amavasya. Observing silence (*Maun*), bathing, meditation, and charity are considered particularly significant on this day.
Amavasya is the lunar day in the Hindu calendar when the moon is not visible and the *Krishna Paksha* (waning phase of the moon) concludes.
Generally, there are 12 Amavasyas. However, there can be 13 Amavasyas in a year that includes an *Adhik Maas* (extra lunar month).
Bathing, charity, chanting (*Japa*), meditation, *Pitru Tarpan* (rituals for ancestors, as per tradition), and worshipping the Divine are considered auspicious.
It depends on an individual's family traditions and religious beliefs.
Those who perform *Tarpan* generally do so in accordance with the proper rituals and traditions.Yes, in many religious traditions, performing acts of charity and making donations on the day of Amavasya is considered auspicious.
When Amavasya falls on a Monday, it is known as Somvati Amavasya.
When Amavasya falls on a Saturday, it is known as Shani Amavasya.
The date, start time, end time, and other specific details regarding the next Amavasya are updated daily in the live information section at the top of this page.