Festivals

Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador (UTC-2:30)

Date

10th September 2026

Pithori Amavasya

Tithi:

Krishna Chaturdashi upto 2:33 AM

Amavasya upto 12:57 AM +1

Nakshatra:

Magha upto 6:05 AM

Purva Phalguni upto 5:17 AM +1

Vasara:Thursday

Relevant Timings

Pradosha Kalam

10 Sep, 7:21 pm – 8:51 pm, 10 Sep

Duration - 01 Hours 30 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.