Vaishakh Amavasya 2026: In Hinduism, the month of Vaishakh holds special significance. From a religious perspective, this month is considered extremely sacred and is regarded as highly auspicious for acts of charity, meritorious deeds, fasting, and spiritual practices. Good deeds performed throughout this entire month are believed to yield manifold rewards. In particular, the day of Vaishakh Amavasya is considered to be of immense importance. In the year 2026, Vaishakh Amavasya will be observed on April 17th. The religious and spiritual significance of this day is further heightened by the fact that it is considered exceptionally auspicious for seeking peace and salvation (Moksha) for one's ancestors (Pitras).

**Vaishakh Amavasya Tithi (Date/Time)**

Commencement of Vaishakh Amavasya Tithi: April 16, at 8:11 PM
Conclusion of Vaishakh Amavasya Tithi: April 17, at 5:21 PM
According to the *Udayatithi* (sunrise-based calendar), Vaishakh Amavasya will be observed on April 17, 2026.

**Auspicious Timings for Holy Bathing and Charity**

Auspicious Timings for Bathing and Charity: From 5:54 AM to 10:44 AM.

**Significance of Vaishakh Amavasya**

Vaishakh Amavasya is considered exceptionally significant for alleviating *Pitra Dosha* (ancestral afflictions). Performing rituals such as *Tarpan*, *Shraddh*, and *Pind Daan* (offering of rice balls) for the sake of one's ancestors on this day brings peace to their souls and invokes blessings of happiness and prosperity upon the family. It is believed that the merits of charity and worship performed on this day reach the ancestors directly, thereby helping to resolve obstacles in one's life. Furthermore, this day holds great importance for self-purification and spiritual growth. Devotees observe fasts, take holy dips in sacred rivers, and engage in the worship of the Divine on this day.

**What to Donate on This Day**

Special emphasis is placed on the act of charity (*Daan*) on Vaishakh Amavasya. It is considered highly auspicious to donate items such as food grains, water, clothing, sesame seeds (*Til*), jaggery (*Gur*), umbrellas, footwear, and meals, in accordance with one's financial capacity.
In particular, providing food to the poor and needy, or offering them necessities, is regarded as an act of immense spiritual merit. Apart from this, donating sesame and water for the peace of ancestors is also considered very beneficial.
Light a mustard oil lamp under the Peepal tree.

Mantra for the happiness of ancestors
To please the ancestors, on this day, take a bath with water mixed with Ganga water, perform tarpan, and chant the mantra 'Om Sarva Pitri Devaya Namah'.
Pitru Gayatri Mantra - Om Pitriganaya Vidmahe Jagat Dharini Dhimahi Tanno Pitri Prachodayat
General Mantra- Om Pitribhyah Namah or Om Sarva Pitri Devaya Namah
Tarpan Mantra- Om Pitribhyah Swadha Namah
Shanti Mantra- Om Shri Sarva Pitru Devatabhyo Namo Namah

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