Pitra Dosh will be removed by these measures on Ashadh Amavasya, know what to do and what not to do on this day

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Remedies for Ashadha Amavasya: According to belief, Amavasya Tithi is considered very auspicious for worshiping ancestors, offering offerings and charity. Especially the day of Ashadh Amavasya is considered important for getting the blessings of ancestors and removing the problems related to Pitra Dosh. There is a religious belief that on this day, offerings made with devotion and rituals, Pind Daan and donations give special results. If there is Pitra Dosh in a person’s horoscope or there are continuous obstacles in the family, then some measures taken on this day are considered beneficial. Let us know the exact date, auspicious time of Ashadh Amavasya 2026, what should be done on this day and what should be avoided.

When is Ashadh Amavasya 2026?

According to the Panchang, the Amavasya date of Ashadha month will start at 6:49 pm on Monday, July 13, 2026 and will end at 3:12 pm on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. In Hindu religion, most of the fasts and festivals are celebrated according to Udaya Tithi. Therefore, this year Ashadh Amavasya will be celebrated on Tuesday, 14th July 2026.

Do these measures to remove Pitra Dosh

• On the day of Ashadh Amavasya, after taking bath in the morning, wear clean clothes and offer water to the Sun God. After this, offer tarpan while remembering your ancestors. If possible, it is considered auspicious to perform tarpan at a holy river, lake or pilgrimage site.
• On this day, donate food, clothes, sesame seeds, jaggery, black sesame seeds, umbrella or whatever according to your capacity to the poor and needy. There is a religious belief that this brings blessings from the ancestors.
• Offer water to the Peepal tree, light a lamp and pray for the peace of the ancestors. At many places there is also a tradition of circling the Peepal tree on this day.
• Feeding food to crows, cows, dogs and ants is also considered auspicious. It is believed that by doing this the ancestors are pleased and keep their blessings on the family.

What to do on Ashadh Amavasya?

On the day of Ashadh Amavasya, wake up in the morning in Brahma Muhurta, take bath and wear clean clothes. After this, remember the ancestors and perform Tarpan and Shraddha. If possible, it is considered auspicious to perform tarpan on the banks of a holy river or reservoir. On this day, donating food, clothes, sesame seeds, jaggery to the poor and needy as per one’s capacity is also considered virtuous. Also offer water to the Peepal tree, light a lamp and pray for the blessings of Lord Vishnu and the ancestors. Feeding food to cows, crows, dogs and ants is also considered auspicious.

What not to do on Ashadh Amavasya?

According to religious beliefs, one should not consume meat, alcohol and tamasic food on the day of Ashadh Amavasya. On this day one should avoid insulting anyone, lying, getting angry or creating discord in the house. Harming trees and plants without any reason or causing pain to animals is also considered inauspicious. Also, charity or ancestral work should not be done just for show, but should be done with full devotion and true heart. It is believed that by observing restraint, service and good conduct on this day, one gets the blessings of the ancestors.

Religious importance of Ashadh Amavasya

In Sanatan tradition, Amavasya is considered a date dedicated to ancestors. On this day, people perform Tarpan, Pind Daan and Shraddha rituals for the peace of the souls of their ancestors. It is believed that with the blessings of ancestors, happiness, peace, prosperity and progress remain in the family. On the other hand, if there is Pitra Dosh, then situations like frequent obstacles, financial problems and mental stress can arise in life. In such a situation, religious activities performed with devotion on Ashadh Amavasya are considered a means of satisfying the ancestors.

Also read: When is Amavasya of Ashadha month? Know why it is called Halharini Amavasya

Disclaimer: The information given in this news is based on religious beliefs and general information. TV9 Bharatvarsha does not confirm this.

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