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Vaishakh Amavasya 2026: Amavasya date has special significance in Sanatan Dharma. There are 12 Amavasya dates in a year. The new moon falling in the month of Vaishakh is called Vaishakh Amavasya. The date of Amavasya has been dedicated to the ancestors. On this day ancestors come to earth. On this day, bathing and offering of offerings to ancestors and Pind Daan is done. It is believed that bathing and donating on this day brings special virtues.

At the same time, with the offerings made to the ancestors and Pind Daan, the ancestors are pleased and bestow blessings, which brings happiness in the family. Apart from all these works, some effective measures are also taken on this day. It is believed that by doing these measures one gets freedom from Pitra Dosh. In such a situation, let us know when is Vaishakh Amavasya this year? Also let us know about the measures taken on this day to get rid of Pitra Dosh.

When is Vaishakh Amavasya 2026?

• According to the Panchang, this year the date of Vaishakh Amavasya will start on Thursday, April 16 at 08:11 pm.
• It will end the next day on Friday, April 17 at 05:21 pm.

In such a situation, on the basis of Udayatithi, Vaishakh Amavasya will be celebrated on Friday, 17th April.

Surefire ways to get rid of Pitra Dosh

• On the day of Vaishakh Amavasya, mix black sesame seeds with water and offer it to your ancestors at the river bank or at home. Perform his Pind Daan. This brings peace to the souls of the ancestors.
• On this day, light a mustard oil lamp under the Peepal tree and revolve around it. It is believed that ancestors reside on Peepal tree. By doing this one gets his blessings.
• On this day, make balls of flour and feed them to the fishes. This reduces the negative effects of Kaalsarp Dosh and Pitra Dosh.
• On this day, donate Sattu, pitcher or seasonal fruits to any needy person.

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