The *Amavasya* (new moon day) holds great significance in Hinduism. Many people perform rituals and prayers dedicated to their ancestors on this day. *Sarvapitri Amavasya* is considered particularly important in the scriptures; this year, it falls on October 10th. It is believed that ancestors descend from heaven to earth on *Amavasya* to bless their families, which is why rituals dedicated to them are prescribed for this day. Making donations based on one's zodiac sign on *Sarvapitri Amavasya* to alleviate *Pitra Dosh* (ancestral affliction) ensures the ancestors remain pleased throughout the year.

Let us find out from Pandit Anand Bhardwaj of Ujjain which donations are considered auspicious for each zodiac sign.
This year's *Sarvapitri Amavasya* is considered exceptionally special. On this day, a rare celestial alignment known as *Gajchhaya Yoga* will coincide with *Shanaishchari Amavasya* (a new moon falling on a Saturday). According to astrology, this specific alignment has occurred only 12 times in the last 81 years and is now set to occur for the 13th time. It is believed that performing rituals like *Tarpan*, *Shraddha*, and *Pind Daan* for ancestors during such an auspicious alignment multiplies the spiritual merit (*punya*) gained.

Which donation is auspicious for which zodiac sign?
Aries (Mesh): For individuals of this sign, donating wheat on *Sarvapitri Amavasya* will yield auspicious results.

Taurus (Vrishabh): If individuals of this sign donate white clothes on *Sarvapitri Amavasya*, they will retain the blessings of their ancestors throughout the year.

Gemini (Mithun): Individuals of this sign should donate whole green gram (*moong dal*) on *Sarvapitri Amavasya*.

Cancer (Kark): Individuals of this sign should donate rice or white clothes on this day.

Leo (Simha): Individuals of this sign should donate wheat and green gram (*moong dal*) on *Sarvapitri Amavasya*. Doing so can help alleviate *Pitra Dosh*.

Virgo (Kanya): For individuals of this sign, donating green vegetables along with green fruits will be highly beneficial. Libra – For individuals of this zodiac sign, donating flattened rice (*chuda*) and sugar on Sarvapitri Amavasya will be auspicious.

Scorpio – For those belonging to this sign, donating red-colored clothes on Sarvapitri Amavasya will be highly auspicious.

Sagittarius – If individuals of this sign donate barley, ripe bananas, and ghee on Sarvapitri Amavasya, the blessings of their ancestors will remain with them throughout the year.

Capricorn – Donating black sesame seeds is considered extremely auspicious for individuals of this sign.

Aquarius – Individuals of this sign should donate shoes and slippers on Sarvapitri Amavasya to seek the blessings of their ancestors.

Pisces – Those belonging to this sign should donate yellow or blue-colored clothes on Sarvapitri Amavasya; this will surely please their ancestors.

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