Ashadha Amavasya

Ancestral Worship, New Moon Day

Not a public holiday

1 Day

Dedicated to performing rituals for ancestors (Pitru Tarpan) to seek their blessings and ensure their peace. It's also a day for spiritual introspection.

Key Rituals & Practices

Bathing in sacred rivers or ponds

Offering oblation (Tarpan) to forefathers

Fasting (optional)

Donating to the needy

Lighting lamps under Peepal tree and circumambulating it

Associated Deities

Ancestors (Pitru Devatas)

Hindu Calendar Details

Hindu Month

Ashadha

Paksha

Krishna

Tithi

Amavasya

Regional Relevance & Variations

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Historical & Mythological Context

Amavasya is generally considered a powerful day for connecting with ancestors.

Gregorian Date

June 25, 2025