According to religious beliefs, performing Tarpana and Shraddha rituals for ancestors on Falgun Amavasya brings peace to their souls. Their blessings also remain with the devotee. It is believed that donating on this day pleases the ancestors. So, let's learn about the date and auspicious time of Falgun Amavasya.

Falgun Amavasya 2026 Date and Auspicious Time
According to the Hindu calendar, the Falgun Amavasya tithi will begin on February 16th at 5:34 AM. The tithi will end on February 17th at 5:30 PM. Therefore, Falgun Amavasya will be observed on February 17th.

Sunrise - 6:58 AM
Sunset - 6:13 PM
Moonrise - Not applicable
Moonset - 6:10 PM

Brahma Muhurta - 5:16 AM to 6:07 AM
Amrit Kaal - 10:39 AM to 12:17 PM
Vijay Muhurta - 2:28 PM to 3:13 PM
Godhuli Muhurta - 6:10 PM to 6:36 PM

What to do on Falgun Amavasya?
On Falgun Amavasya, wake up early in the morning and offer Arghya (water offering) to the Sun God after bathing. This pleases the Sun God, and his blessings lead to growth in business. It also removes negative energy.

In addition, one should perform Tarpana for their ancestors. This brings the blessings of the ancestors and increases happiness and prosperity. It also removes Pitru Dosha (ancestral curse).

One should definitely donate food grains and black sesame seeds. It is believed that donating on the day of Phalguna Amavasya (new moon) ensures that there is no shortage in life and that one's stores of food and wealth remain full. Worshipping the peepal tree is also prescribed on this day. Light an oil lamp near the tree. This is said to alleviate the negative effects of Saturn (Shani Dosha).

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