Shravana Amavasya (Hariyali Amavasya) 2026 falls on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. Falls in Lord Shiva's sacred month. Also known as Hariyali Amavasya, celebrating the lush monsoon greenery. Amavasya (new moon) is the most important day for honoring departed ancestors through Pitru Tarpan, Shradh, and acts of charity.
Fasting / Vrat
Shravana Amavasya (Hariyali Amavasya)
श्रावण अमावस्या (हरियाली अमावस्या)
Wednesday, August 12, 2026Shravana Masa
Significance
Every Amavasya is dedicated to remembering and honoring departed ancestors (Pitru). Performing Tarpan, Shradh, and charity on Amavasya is believed to bring peace to the souls of the departed and blessings to the living family.
Rituals & Traditions
- Performing Pitru Tarpan at a river bank or water body
- Offering food, water, and sesame seeds to departed ancestors
- Taking a holy dip in a sacred river at dawn
- Donating food, clothes, and money to the needy
- Fasting and visiting temples for prayers
Panchang Details
Tithi
Amavasya
Masa
Shravana
Paksha
Krishna
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