Amavasya Tithi अमावस्या
Amavasya is the new-moon tithi that closes the dark fortnight - a moonless night presided over by the Pitris, the ancestors.
- Presiding deity
- Pitris (ancestors)
- Category
- New moon
- Occurs
- New moon
Significance & observances
A day for honouring ancestors (shraddha, tarpana) and inner reflection; Mahalaya and the Diwali Amavasya are especially significant.
Favorable activities
Best suited to ancestor rites, meditation and introspection; traditionally avoided for auspicious beginnings and travel.
Frequently asked questions
What is Amavasya Tithi?
Amavasya is the new-moon tithi that closes the dark fortnight - a moonless night presided over by the Pitris, the ancestors.
Which deity presides over Amavasya?
Pitris (ancestors) presides over Amavasya. A day for honouring ancestors (shraddha, tarpana) and inner reflection; Mahalaya and the Diwali Amavasya are especially significant.
What activities are favorable during Amavasya?
Best suited to ancestor rites, meditation and introspection; traditionally avoided for auspicious beginnings and travel.
What is the significance of Amavasya?
A day for honouring ancestors (shraddha, tarpana) and inner reflection; Mahalaya and the Diwali Amavasya are especially significant.
When is the next Amavasya in Mumbai, MH?
The next Amavasya in Mumbai, MH is on 12 August 2026.
Last updated 29 July 2026