Mauni Amavasya (मौनी अमावस्या) is a tithi-based observance falling in the Hindu lunar month of माघ. Its position is fixed by tithi rather than by the Gregorian calendar, so the date moves every year and is computed from the panchang. Tradition keeps a fast on the day. The observance itself, and its puja vidhi, stay the same each year.
Mauni Amavasya
मौनी अमावस्या
Hindu month: माघ
Panchang Basis (Tithi Rule)
Each year this observance falls on the Amavasya tithi of the Krishna Paksha in the Hindu month of Magha. Because lunar tithis drift against the Gregorian calendar, the English date shifts every year — the tithi rule above is what stays fixed.
Months here are named the Purnimanta way, as in North Indian panchangs, where a month ends on Purnima. Amanta calendars (Maharashtra, Gujarat and most of South India) end a month on Amavasya, so they call this same fortnight Pausha Krishna Paksha; the date is the same.
About This Festival
Sacred new moon day — observance of silence and holy bath at sangam
पवित्र अमावस्या — मौन व्रत और संगम पर पवित्र स्नान
Significance
Considered one of the most auspicious Amavasyas. Silence is observed as a form of tapas (austerity). Millions gather at Prayagraj for the holy bath.
Puja Vidhi (How to Observe)
Observe complete silence (maun vrat) from sunrise to sunset. Take holy bath at Prayagraj Sangam or any sacred river. Perform tarpan for ancestors. Donate food and clothes.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Mauni Amavasya celebrated?
Mauni Amavasya is celebrated on Sunday, 18 January 2026 and on Saturday, 6 February 2027. The date changes each year because it follows the Hindu lunar calendar (Panchang) — every date here is computed from real planetary positions using the Swiss Ephemeris engine, not copied from a fixed list.
Is Mauni Amavasya a fasting (vrat) day?
Yes — Mauni Amavasya is observed as a vrat (fasting day). Devotees keep a fast and complete the puja before breaking it, following the puja vidhi for the day.
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