📅 Festival Details at a Glance
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Festival Name | Pithori Amavasya |
| Date | 10 September 2026 |
| Day | Thursday |
| Hindu Month | Bhadrapada |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha |
| Tithi | Amavasya |
| Deity | Goddess Pithori Mata |
| Observed By | Married women, mothers |
| Purpose | Children’s longevity & protection |
🌸 What is Pithori Amavasya?
Pithori Amavasya is a traditional Hindu observance mainly performed by mothers for the long life, health, and prosperity of their children.
It is observed on Amavasya (new moon day) of the Bhadrapada month and holds deep emotional and spiritual importance, especially in North India and parts of Western India.
The festival is centered around the worship of Pithori Mata, a protective mother goddess believed to safeguard children from illness and misfortune.
🌙 Religious & Cultural Significance
Amavasya is considered a powerful tithi for:
- Ancestral remembrance
- Protective rituals
- Deep spiritual cleansing
On Pithori Amavasya:
- Mothers invoke divine maternal energy
- The bond between mother and child is spiritually strengthened
- Blessings are sought for protection against evil eye and negative influences
🛕 Pithori Amavasya Puja Vidhi
🪔 Morning Preparations
- Wake up early and take a ritual bath.
- Clean the puja area thoroughly.
- Wear clean, preferably light-colored clothes.
- Take a sankalp for children’s well-being.
🌼 Pithori Mata Worship
- Place an image or symbolic representation of Pithori Mata.
- Decorate the altar with flowers and rangoli.
- Offer:
- Sweets (especially homemade)
- Fruits
- Incense and diya
- Tie sacred thread (kalava) during prayers.
- Perform aarti and seek blessings for children.
🍽️ Vrat Rules & Food Guidelines
- Women usually observe a day-long fast.
- Some follow nirjala vrat (waterless fast).
- Others consume fruits or light satvik food.
- Avoid grains, onion, garlic, and non-vegetarian food.
- Fast is broken after evening puja.
👶 Importance for Mothers & Children
Pithori Amavasya is deeply connected with:
- Maternal instincts
- Protective energies
- Emotional devotion
It is believed that sincere observance:
- Protects children from illness
- Removes unseen obstacles
- Brings peace and happiness in family life
🌍 Regional Observance
This festival is popularly observed in:
- Uttar Pradesh
- Bihar
- Madhya Pradesh
- Gujarat
- Rajasthan
In some regions, community prayers and group vrat rituals are also organized.
🧘 Spiritual Benefits of Pithori Amavasya
- Strengthening maternal devotion
- Emotional purification
- Family harmony
- Removal of fear related to children’s future
- Increased faith and inner peace
❓ Short FAQ – Pithori Amavasya
Q1. When is Pithori Amavasya in 2026?
It will be observed on 10 September 2026 (Thursday).
Q2. Who observes Pithori Amavasya?
Mainly mothers and married women for their children.
Q3. Is fasting compulsory?
Fasting is traditional, but devotion is more important than strict rules.
Q4. Which goddess is worshipped?
Pithori Mata, a protective mother goddess.
Q5. Can childless women observe this vrat?
Yes, many women observe it seeking blessings for future children.
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