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The Amavasya date of the Krishna Paksha of the Bhadrapada month is called Bhadrapada Amavasya. In Indian culture and Hinduism, Amavasya holds special significance because this date is considered highly auspicious for performing Shraddha and Tarpan rituals for ancestors. Bhadrapada Amavasya is also known as “Kushagrahani Amavasya.”
On this day, there is a tradition of collecting the sacred grass called Kusha. On this Amavasya, Kusha grass is uprooted from rivers, ponds, fields, etc., and brought home for performing puja, rituals, or Shraddha throughout the year. This is why it is also called Kushagrahani Amavasya.
The auspicious time of Bhadrapada Amavasya will begin on 22 August 2025 at 11:55 AM and will end the next day on 23 August 2025 at 11:35 AM. In Hinduism, Udayatithi (sunrise date) is significant; therefore, according to Udayatithi, this Amavasya will be observed on 23 August.
Amavasya date is considered best for performing Shraddha rituals. Kushagrahani Amavasya occurs just before the start of Pitru Paksha. A few days after this Amavasya, Pitru Paksha begins. Therefore, the importance of this Amavasya increases even more. It is said that worshipping Lord Vishnu on the auspicious occasion of Bhadrapada Amavasya leads to the attainment of good results. By being pleased with this worship, along with the Lord, the ancestors also bless the devotee.
The tradition of donation has been going on in Sanatan Dharma for thousands of years; therefore, religious texts and scriptures have included donation as an essential aspect of human life. If we look at mythological texts, many verses in various Hindu scriptures mention the importance of donation. People donate for peace of mind, fulfilment of desires, attainment of virtue, relief from planetary faults, and to receive the blessings of God.
However, the virtue of donation is attained only when it is given to a deserving person at the right time. Donation should be done in the right way and with a sincere heart. In the Garuda Purana, Lord Vishnu has elaborated on the importance of donation.
Highlighting the importance of donation, it is said in the Kurma Purana:
Swargayurbhootikaamen tatha paapopashaantaye.
Mumukshuna cha daatavyam brahmanebhyas tatha avaham.
Meaning: A person desiring heaven, long life, prosperity, peace from sins, and salvation should generously donate to Brahmins and deserving individuals.
Donation holds great importance on Bhadrapada Amavasya. It is said that donating food on this auspicious day is the best. On the virtuous occasion of Bhadrapada month’s Amavasya, become a part of virtue by contributing to the food donation project for the poor, destitute, and differently-abled children of Narayan Seva Sansthan.
Q: When is Bhadrapada month’s Amavasya?
A: Bhadrapada month’s Amavasya is on 23 August 2025.
Q: To whom should donations be given on Amavasya?
A: On Amavasya, donations should be given to Brahmins and the poor, helpless, and destitute people.
Q: What things should be donated on Amavasya?
A: On the auspicious occasion of Amavasya, grains, food, fruits, etc., should be donated.
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