Bhadrapada Amavasya 2026 Observance Date, Timings, and Rituals Explained
Bhadrapada Amavasya, also known as Pithori Amavasya, will be observed on September 10, 2026, with the Amavasya tithi extending into September 11. This festival holds significance for mothers who pray for their children's health and longevity, and for families performing ancestral rituals. Observances include fasting, puja of Goddess Pithori and the Sapta Matrikas, and rituals like Pitru Tarpan. Regional variations exist, with some rituals conducted on September 10 and others on September 11, based on local calendars and traditions.
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economictimes broke this story on 9 Sept, 04:00 am. Other outlets followed.