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In Sanatan Dharma, Amavasya Tithi is considered to have a special and extremely sacred significance. This date is mainly dedicated to the offerings of ancestors, Shraddha and Pind Daan. According to mythological beliefs, the tarpan done with devotion on this day satisfies the ancestors, due to which they are pleased and bless their descendants with happiness, prosperity and longevity. In this sequence, according to the Hindu calendar, the importance of Amavasya (Ashadha Amavasya) of the month of Ashadha increases even more.
A special astrological coincidence is taking place on Ashadh Amavasya in the year 2026. This time Amavasya Tithi is falling on Tuesday, due to which it will be called the very fruitful ‘Bhaumavati Amavasya’. According to Drik Panchang, this year this date will be celebrated on 14 July 2026. It is believed that bathing and donating in holy rivers at the auspicious time on the day of Bhaumvati Amavasya, destroys all the major troubles and auspicious defects of life.
Ashadh Amavasya 2026: Date and time of bathing and donation
According to Panchang calculation, the beginning and end time of Amavasya Tithi of Krishna Paksha of Ashadha month is as follows:
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Start of Amavasya Tithi: From 06:49 pm on 13th July 2026.
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End of Amavasya Tithi: Till 03:12 pm on 14th July 2026.
Rule of Udaya Tithi: Since Udaya Tithi (the date of sunrise) is given priority in Hinduism, fasting, bathing and charity on Amavasya 14 July 2026, Tuesday Only will be valid.
Great auspicious time of bathing and donation:
According to astrological calculations, this day is the best and most fruitful time to bathe in holy rivers and do charity. Tuesday, July 14 from 04:30 am to 10:43 am Will remain.
Other auspicious times of July 14, 2026 (Panchang Shubh Muhurat)
Following are the main auspicious moments of the Panchang for Pitru Puja, Dev worship and auspicious works on the day of Bhaumvati Amavasya:
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wee hours: 04:17 AM to 05:05 AM (Best for worshiping God and self-contemplation).
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Amrit Kaal: From 10:01 am to 11:26 am.
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Abhijeet Muhurat: From 12:06 pm to 12:59 pm (the work done at this time is completed smoothly).
Religious importance and worship method of Bhaumvati Amavasya
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Virtue of Holy Bath: On this auspicious date, there is a tradition of taking bath in any holy river (like Ganga, Yamuna, Godavari). If there is no river available around you, then add a little water to your bath water at home. Ganga water Mix and take bath. By doing this, one gets the same virtuous results as by taking a pilgrimage.
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Pitru Tarpan and Pind Daan: This day is considered best for the peace and salvation of the souls of ancestors. At noon, one should face the south direction and offer black sesame seeds, water and kusha to the ancestors.
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Tradition of Mahadan: On Amavasya Tithi, one should donate food (wheat, rice), clothes, black sesame seeds, jaggery and umbrellas etc. to the needy, Brahmins or the poor as per their faith and capacity. Since it is Tuesday, donating red items or lentils is also considered auspicious.
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Communication of Positivity: The deeds done according to this ritual not only provide relief from ancestral defects, but also end the mental stress and financial problems going on in the family, which infuses positive energy in life.
Disclaimer: This material is based on general religious beliefs, prevalent folk traditions and available almanac sources. According to different regions, communities and local scholars, partial differences are possible in the dates, worship methods and auspicious times of fasts and festivals. Readers should accept this only as general religious information.