According to the Panchang calculation in astrology, the 30th day of the Hindu month is called Amavasya. During this time, the Moon and the Sun are present at equal degrees. On this day, the light of the moon is completely lost and there is no moonlight on earth. This night remains extremely dark.
Bhadrapada Amavasya Time
This year Bhadrapada Amavasya will be celebrated on 03 September 2024, Tuesday.
Perform Grah Shanti on Bhadrapada Amavasya
Grah Shanti Puja is also done on the day of Bhadrapada Amavasya. This time is very favorable for the peace of Saturn-Mars-Rahu-Ketu planets. If the one who is undergoing Shani Dasha, Sadesati or Shani’s Dhaiyya, performs Puja and observes a fast on Bhadrapada Amavasya then it will prove to be very useful for obtaining Shani Shanti. If any person’s horoscope is affected by the position or condition of Shani Dosh, then Bhadrapada Amavasya is the right day for Shani Shanti.
If there is Pitra Dosha in the horoscope, then it can lead to obstacles in getting married and also the conception of children. Hence if Pitra Dosha is leading to problems related to the conception of children then one must observe the Kushagrahini Vrat, do Puja Path, charity to get rid of progeny related issues.
If Rahu and Ketu are leading to problems then they can be appeased by providing Bhog to forefathers on Kushagrahini Amavasya. Peepal trees should be worshipped. All of this helps in fulfilling all the wishes that one may have.
Rahu or Ketu planets are troubling, they should please fathers by offering them on Kushagrahani Amavasya. Peepal trees should be worshiped. By doing all these tasks the desire is fulfilled.
What should be done on Bhadrapada Amavasya?
On the day of Bhadrapada Amavasya
One should go on a pilgrimage, chant the Lord’s name and fast.
One should worship Lord Shiva, Shri Vishnu, Ganesh and one’s own deity.
One should meditate and observe penance.
For the Pitru Dosha or Sarpa Dosha Shanti in the horoscope, one should perform its respective Puja and carry out donations.
Other names for Bhadrapada Amavasya
Kushagrahani Amavasya-
Bhadrapada Amavasya is also known as Kusha (grass) Grahini Amavasya. Kusha (Kush) means grass, but it is not any common Kush, it is a very auspicious and important Kush. This day is named as Kushagrahani Amavasya as Kush is gathered on this day. In mythological texts, it has also been called Kushotpatini Amavasya. This day is chosen to collect Kush for religious acts throughout the year.
Many types of Kusha are mentioned in religious texts. A description of the Kusha that can be used on Bhadrapada Amavasya is found in the religious texts. As per that the Kusha which has seven leaves, complete without cuts and is entirely green is suitable for both deities and ancestral acts. The Mantra ‘Hoon Phat’ should be chanted while breaking the Kusha. When Kush is found, Kush should be plucked with the right hand while speaking the Mantra facing east or north.Pithori Amavasya
Bhadrapada Amavasya is also known as Pithori, Pithora, Pithor etc. There is also an age old tradition to worship Durga on Pithori Amavasya. On the Pithori Amavasya day, women observe this fast for progeny. It is believed that Goddess Parvati shared the importance of this fast with everyone and revealed to everyone the secret of its auspicious effects and the fulfillment of wishes that comes from observing this fast. Indra’s wife Shachi performed this fast. She was blessed with progeny and prosperity of the family. According to this mythological belief, a fast is observed on Pithori Amavasya for progeny and the long life of children.Pola festival
The tradition of celebrating Pola festival is also found on the new moon day of Bhadrapada month. Pola is also called Pithora festival. This festival is especially celebrated in the regions of Maharashtra, Karnataka and Chhattisgarh. This festival is also associated with farmers. On this day, bulls are adorned and worshiped. Bulls are an important part of the farmer. Through them, he is able to do his farming work and without these the farmer will not be able to carry out farming itself.
People also make earthen bulls in Pola Utsav. At some places bulls races are also organized on this day. The winner is honoured.
Bhadrapada Amavasya Importance
Bhadrapada Amavasya Fast brings in a lot of benefits. The one who observes this fast is absolved from his/her sins. Debts are eliminated, progeny improves, children stay happy, obstructed tasks come to an end and there is mental peace. One also gets relief from the bad effects of malefic planets.
Names of Amavasya that come throughout the year
The Amavasya of each month is connected to the month in which it falls and is named accordingly. Also as per Hindu Panchang there is an extra month that comes every 3 years. This month is known as Adhik Maas, Mal Maas or Purshotam Maas. In this situation the number of Amavasyas are also more. There is also a difference in the Amavasya of every month and its effect.
Magha Amavasya, Falgun Amavasya, Chaitra Amavasya, Vaishakh Amavasya, Jyeshtha Amavasya, Ashadh Amavasya, Shravan Amavasya, Bhadrapada Amavasya, Ashwin Amavasya, Ashwin Amavasya, Kartik Amavasya, Margashish Amavasya.
Puja, Snan, charity etc hold great importance on all these Amavasyas. Performing these rituals leads to happiness and peace in mental, spiritual, physical form. On Amavasya, it is advised to stay away from any kind of bad habit. One should follow a pure holy conduct on this day.