2025 Amavasya Calendar
Timings calculated for New Delhi
Magha Amavasya (Mauni Amavasya)
The most spiritually charged Amavasya! Observed with silence (Maun) and sacred river baths, especially at Prayag. This day holds the power to cleanse lifetimes of karma through disciplined practice.
Phalguna Amavasya
As winter ends and spring approaches, this final Amavasya of the year helps you release the old and embrace renewal. Perform tarpan to thank ancestors for their year-long protection and guidance.
Chaitra Amavasya
As spring blooms and nature awakens, Chaitra Amavasya invites you to plant seeds of new intentions while honoring ancestors who guide your path forward.
Vaishakha Amavasya
During the peak of summer heat, this sacred day reminds us to offer water and food to our departed elders, seeking their blessings for prosperity and peace in our homes.
Jyeshtha Amavasya
Known as the month of Lord Vishnu, this Amavasya calls for inner purification through fasting and meditation, helping you find calm amidst life's intensity.
Ashadha Amavasya
As monsoon rains arrive, this day symbolizes washing away past karmas. Devotees perform tarpan near rivers, connecting with ancestral souls through the sacred flow of water.
Shravana Amavasya (Hariyali Amavasya)
Falling in the greenest heart of the monsoon in Lord Shiva's month, Hariyali Amavasya is kept with tree-planting, charity, and remembrance of the ancestors.
Bhadrapada Amavasya
The Amavasya of Bhadrapada, observed with tarpan and charity for the departed as the monsoon draws to a close.
Ashwina Amavasya (Mahalaya / Sarva Pitru Amavasya)
The most important Amavasya for ancestor worship — it concludes Pitru Paksha with Sarva Pitru Shraddha, when families honour every departed ancestor, especially those whose tithi of passing is unknown.
Kartika Amavasya (Diwali)
The most celebrated Amavasya! Diwali transforms the darkest night into a festival of lights, prosperity, and new beginnings. Lakshmi puja brings wealth while ancestor worship ensures their continued blessings.
Margashirsha Amavasya
As winter sets in, this introspective day is perfect for meditation and self-reflection. Devotees honor ancestors while preparing mentally and spiritually for the year ahead.
Pausha Amavasya
In the heart of winter, this Amavasya teaches simplicity and compassion. Offering warm clothes, blankets, and food to the needy is believed to please both ancestors and the divine.
About Amavasya (New Moon)
Amavasya is the New Moon day in the Hindu lunar calendar, observed for spiritual reflection, pitru tarpan, and inner purification. Below you will find city-wise exact tithi start and end timings for your selected year.
Amavasya marks renewal and introspection. Many devotees perform tarpan for ancestors and maintain sattvic discipline.
Common practices include simple diet/fasting, tarpan where customary, meditation, mantra japa, and charity.
All timings are computed per city timezone using accurate lunar calculations for the given year.
"Amavasya is the day of divine grace"
The ancient scriptures state that observing Amavasya with devotion grants the same merit as performing thousands of sacrifices and pilgrimages.
Traditions and Observance
Amavasya observance varies by region and family tradition. The following concise pointers can be adapted respectfully.
- Follow a simple sattvic diet or fast where appropriate
- Practice calm speech and introspection
- Offer prayers for inner clarity and peace
- Chant mantras and meditate in a quiet setting
- Read sacred texts as per family tradition
- Donate food or essentials to those in need
- Perform tarpan with guidance from elders or priests
- Prefer morning hours; respect local customs and calendars
- Keep the mind composed and prayerful
Important Reminder
Always consult with your spiritual guide or family traditions for specific observance practices. The timings may vary based on your location and local customs. Listen to your body and practice with devotion rather than mere ritual.