See the complete list of festivals of March-April for freedom from Pitra Dosh and beginning of the new year:

News India Live, Digital Desk: Chaitra month has special significance in the Hindu calendar. It is not only a time of devotion and worship of Shakti, but also marks the beginning of the Hindu New Year. in March 2026 Chaitra Amavasya There is a possibility of Pitra Tarpan being offered to the ancestors, immediately after which Vikram Samvat 2083 Will begin. Let us know the exact dates of the major fasts and festivals of this month and their religious significance.

Chaitra Amavasya 2026: Perfect opportunity to get rid of Pitra Dosha

Chaitra Amavasya in the year 2026 18 and 19 March Is falling to.

Amavasya date starts: March 18, 08:26 am.

Amavasya date ends: March 19, 06:53 am.

According to religious beliefs, performing Shraddha and charity for ancestors on Amavasya removes the troubles of life. The morning of March 19 is considered to be the best time for bathing and donating on this day.

Chaitra Navratri and beginning of Hindu New Year

From 19th March 2026 chaitra navratri Is starting. On this day, festivals like ‘Gudi Padwa’ and ‘Ugadi’ are celebrated, which symbolize the welcome of the Hindu New Year.

Kalash Sthapana (Ghatasthapana): 19 March 2026, Thursday.

Auspicious time: From 06:52 am to 10:10 am.

List of major festivals of March-April 2026:

Ram Navami and Hanuman Jayanti: Confluence of devotion

Birth anniversary of Maryada Purushottam Lord Shri Ram i.e. Ram Navami 26 March Will be celebrated with pomp. Whereas, on the day of Chaitra Purnima i.e. 02 April To Hanuman Jayanti Will be celebrated. According to astrologers, many auspicious coincidences are taking place on Hanuman Jayanti this year, which will be extremely fruitful for the worship of Sankatmochan.