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Hariyali Amavasya 2026 Date: Monsoon begins, a flurry of Indian festivals begins. Especially many important festivals take place in the month of Sawan and one of them is Hariyali Amavasya. Among many holy and important dates of the month of Sawan, Hariyali Amavasya is also known as the festival of nature. On this day, offering to ancestors and worshiping Lord Shiva is important.
When is Sawan Hariyali Amavasya (When is Hariyali Amavasya 2026)
This time Hariyali Amavasya in the month of Sawan is falling on Wednesday, 12 August 2026. Amavasya Tithi will start at 01:55 pm on 12th August and will end around 11 pm. Amavasya Tithi will remain the whole day on 12th August and bathing, donation and worship will be done on this day. The special importance of Pitru Tarpan, tree planting, donation and worship for the ancestors on Hariyali Amavasya has been mentioned in the scriptures.
Why will Hariyali Amavasya be special this time?
Hariyali Amavasya falls in the month of Sawan (Sawan 2026), due to which it is considered more auspicious and fruitful. But this time solar eclipse is taking place on Hariyali Amavasya. On August 12, on the day of Hariyali Amavasya, the second and last solar eclipse of the year 2026 (Surya Grahan 2026) will occur. But the eclipse will not have any effect on worship, prayers and offerings etc., because this eclipse will not be visible in India. According to Indian time, it will start at 8:04 pm and end at 1:07 am midnight.
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Hariyali Amavasya Celebration
The festival of Hariyali Amavasya is celebrated in North India as well as in many parts of the country. On this date, there is a special crowd at the temples, river banks and religious places of Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh. In Himachal Pradesh, there is a tradition of special worship and fairs at the temples on this day. Special programs are also organized in Krishna temples on Hariyali Amavasya. The Fool Bangla festival at Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan also ends on Hariyali Amavasya. On this day, special adornment, consecration and aarti of Mahakaal is done in Shiva temples.
FAQ (FAQ)
Hariyali Amavasya 2026 when will it be celebrated?
Hariyali Amavasya will be celebrated in the month of Sawan on Wednesday, August 12, 2026.
What is the significance of Hariyali Amavasya?
On Hariyali Amavasya, offering to ancestors, worshiping Lord Shiva, gratitude towards nature and tree plantation have special significance.
What should be done on Hariyali Amavasya?
On this day, bathing, offering to ancestors, consecration of Shivalinga, charity and tree plantation are considered auspicious.
Which plants to plant on Hariyali Amavasya?
Planting plants like Tulsi, Amla, Neem, Peepal on Hariyali Amavasya is beneficial.
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