This year, Mauni Amavasya, observed in the month of Magha, will be celebrated on January 29, 2025. Also known as Magha Amavasya, this auspicious day begins on January 28 at 7:35 PM and ends on January 29 at 6:05 PM. According to the Hindu calendar’s Udaya Tithi (sunrise day), the observance of Mauni Amavasya falls on January 29.
Mauni Amavasya holds great religious and spiritual significance. On this day, devotees worship Lord Vishnu and their ancestors (Pitrs) to invoke blessings for happiness and prosperity in life. Taking a holy dip in the Ganges and performing charitable deeds are considered highly auspicious on this occasion.
Significance of Mauni Amavasya
According to Hindu beliefs, taking a holy dip in the Ganges on Mauni Amavasya helps absolve one’s sins. It is also an important day for pacifying Pitru Dosha (ancestral karma). Individuals burdened with Pitru Dosha often face challenges in life, and a dip in the Ganges or other sacred rivers on this day is believed to grant liberation from such afflictions. Charitable acts such as donating food, clothes, and money further amplify the spiritual benefits.
Mahakumbh 2025: Second Amrit Snan on Mauni Amavasya
The second Amrit Snan (nectar bath) of Mahakumbh will take place on Mauni Amavasya. The first Amrit Snan was held on Makar Sankranti (January 14, 2025). Amrit Snan holds immense spiritual significance, as bathing in the holy rivers during Mahakumbh is believed to cleanse the soul and lead to Moksha (salvation).
A massive gathering of devotees is expected at sacred places like Haridwar, Prayagraj, and other pilgrimage sites on Mauni Amavasya. People from across the country will take part in this ritual, seeking divine blessings and spiritual fulfillment.
Final Amrit Snan on Basant Panchami
The third and final Amrit Snan of Mahakumbh will be held on Basant Panchami, which falls on February 3, 2025. The Panchami Tithi begins on February 2 at 9:14 AM and ends on February 3 at 6:52 PM. According to Udaya Tithi, Basant Panchami will be celebrated on February 3.
This day is considered sacred for knowledge, learning, and purity. Bathing in the Ganges or other holy rivers on Basant Panchami is believed to fulfill one’s desires and bring immense spiritual benefits.
Key Observances on Mauni Amavasya
- Significance of Bathing: Taking a dip in the Ganges or other holy rivers on this day is believed to cleanse one’s sins and bestow blessings.
- Charity and Donations: Donating food, clothes, and money to the needy on Mauni Amavasya enhances the spiritual benefits.
- Ancestor Worship: Performing Pind Daan (ritual offerings) and Tarpan (water oblations) on this day helps pacify ancestral spirits and obtain their blessings.
Mauni Amavasya 2025 is a spiritually significant occasion for devotees. The religious rituals and practices performed on this day not only bring inner peace and happiness but also help absolve sins and attain salvation. Participating in the Mahakumbh’s sacred baths is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to connect with the divine. Make the most of this auspicious day by taking a holy dip, offering prayers, and performing charitable acts to lead a blessed and prosperous life.