Mumbai, December 18: Millions across the country are preparing to observe Paush Amavasya 2025 this week. Considered one of the most spiritually significant days in the Hindu calendar, this year’s "New Moon" day falls during the sacred month of Paush and is being highlighted by astrologers for its rare planetary alignments, including a Mangladitya Yoga formed by the conjunction of the Sun and Mars. From Paush Amavasya 2025 date to Shubh Muhurat time and rituals, below is everything to know about the last Amavasya of the year.

Commonly referred to as "Chhota Pitru Paksha" (the mini fortnight of ancestors), the day is dedicated to honoring departed souls, performing ritual purification, and engaging in acts of charity. Religious scholars note that this year’s observance is particularly potent as it marks the final Amavasya of 2025, occurring during the austerity-focused period of Kharmas. Purnima 2026 Calendar: Know Full Moon Dates, Poornima Significance and Fasting Rituals for the Auspicious Observances.

Paush Amavasya 2025 Date, Shubh Muhurat Time

According to the Vedic Panchang, the Amavasya Tithi will begin at 4:59 AM on December 19 and conclude at 7:12 AM on December 20. Following the Udaya Tithi tradition (the prevailing tithi at sunrise), the primary rituals and fasts will be observed throughout Friday.

Devotees looking to perform specific rituals should note the following auspicious windows:

  • Snan & Daan Time: 5:19 AM to 6:14 AM

  • Abhijit Muhurat: 11:58 AM to 12:39 PM

  • Pitru Tarpan Time (Ancestral Offerings): 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM

  • Amrit Kaal: 9:43 AM to 11:01 AM

The Ritual of Ancestral Worship

The day is widely recognized for Pitru Tarpan and Pind Daan. According to the Garuda Purana, offerings made on this day - specifically water mixed with black sesame seeds (til) - provide peace to ancestors. In return, it is believed that descendants are blessed with family harmony and the removal of "Pitru Dosha," or ancestral obstacles.

In addition to water offerings, many families will visit sacred riverbanks like the Ganga in Varanasi, the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj, and the Har ki Pauri in Haridwar for a holy dip. For those unable to travel, adding a few drops of Ganga Jal to bathwater at home is a common practice to maintain the day's sanctity.

Solar Worship and 'Daan'

As the month of Paush is dedicated to Surya Dev (the Sun God), worshipping the sun is a core component of the day's festivities. Devotees traditionally offer Arghya (water) to the rising sun to seek physical vitality and mental clarity. When Is Christmas 2025? Know Christmas Day Date, Origin and Significance To Celebrate the Holiday Season.

Astrological Significance

Astrologers suggest that the 2025 Paush Amavasya brings positive shifts for specific zodiac signs, particularly Aries, Leo, and Libra, due to the favorable placement of Mars and the Sun. However, because this occurs during Kharmas - a period when the Sun resides in Sagittarius - major auspicious events like weddings or the purchase of new homes are generally avoided until the sun enters Capricorn during Makar Sankranti next month.

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