Festivals

Illinois (UTC-5)

Date

10th September 2026

Pithori Amavasya

Tithi:

Krishna Chaturdashi upto 12:03 AM

Amavasya upto 10:27 PM

Nakshatra:

Magha upto 3:35 AM

Purva Phalguni upto 2:47 AM +1

Vasara:Thursday

Relevant Timings

Pradosha Kalam

10 Sep, 7:13 pm – 8:44 pm, 10 Sep

Duration - 01 Hours 31 Mins

About

Observed by mothers for the health, long life, and prosperity of their children on the Shravana Amavasya.

Significance:

Pithori Amavasya is a day of deep maternal devotion. Mothers seek the blessings of the divine mothers (Saptamatrikas) for the well-being and success of their offspring, emphasizing the nurturing role of the mother.

Rituals & Puja Vidhi:

1. Matrika Puja: Worshipping the seven divine mothers using traditional clay idols. 2. Fasting: Mothers observe a fast and perform the main puja in the evening. 3. Charity: Donating food, clothes, and sweets to children in the community.