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Phalgun Amavasya Remedies: The month of Phalgun is considered very sacred and auspicious in Hinduism, and the Amavasya (new moon) that falls in this month is a particularly auspicious occasion to receive the blessings of ancestors. It is believed that performing ancestral worship, tarpan (offering water to ancestors), and charity on this day not only brings happiness, prosperity, and well-being to the family but also removes ancestral defects (Pitra Dosha) in the horoscope. This day provides a wonderful opportunity to express reverence towards family and ancestors and receive their blessings.

In 2026, Phalgun Amavasya falls on February 17th. By adopting certain special remedies and worship methods on this auspicious day, one can receive the blessings of the ancestors and maintain positive energy in the family. According to astrology and the Hindu calendar, performing tarpan and charity at the right time can even lead to the salvation of ancestors up to seven generations. Therefore, it is important to know which remedies to adopt on Phalgun Amavasya this year to receive the blessings of the ancestors.

Phalgun Amavasya 2026 Date and Auspicious Time

According to the Hindu calendar, Phalgun Amavasya will begin on February 16, 2026, at 5:34 PM and will continue until 5:30 AM on February 17, 2026. This year, the fast, bathing, charity, and tarpan will be performed on February 17th. Regarding the auspicious time, the Brahma Muhurta will be from 5:35 AM to 6:25 AM, while the Abhijit Muhurta will be from 12:37 PM to 1:23 PM. Performing tarpan and worship during this time is considered especially significant, leading to the blessings of the ancestors.

Tarpan and Pind Daan

On the day of Phalgun Amavasya, tarpan and pind daan (offering of rice balls to ancestors) are the most important rituals for pleasing the ancestors. It is considered best to perform tarpan for ancestors by mixing black sesame seeds, Kusha grass, and barley in water on the banks of the Ganges or any other holy river. While performing tarpan, remember your ancestors and invoke them. Performing Pind Daan and Tarpan on this day pleases the ancestors and brings happiness, prosperity, peace, and abundance to the family.

Worship of the Peepal Tree

The Peepal tree is believed to be the abode of the Trimurti—Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva—as well as the ancestors. On Phalguna Amavasya, offer water at the roots of the Peepal tree and light a lamp with mustard oil or ghee in the evening. Doing so pleases the ancestors and brings blessings to the family for seven generations. This practice maintains good fortune and positive energy in the family.

In the Sanatana tradition, Panchabali Karma and service to cows are of special importance. On Amavasya, before eating, a portion of the food should be set aside for cows, crows, and other animals. Feeding green fodder to cows increases happiness, prosperity, and abundance in the home. Similarly, feeding other animals pleases the ancestors and brings their blessings to the family.

Charity and Donations
Donating to the needy and Brahmins on Phalguna Amavasya is considered highly beneficial. Donating clothes, grains, sesame seeds, gold, or money is a surefire remedy for ancestral curses and for the prosperity of the family. On this day, take a bath during the Brahma Muhurta (early morning), wear clean clothes, and take a vow to donate while remembering your ancestors.

Offering Lamps
On the evening of Amavasya, a ghee lamp should be lit on the roof or at the main entrance of the house, facing south. Offering lamps pleases the ancestors and bestows blessings of happiness, prosperity, and well-being on the family for seven generations.

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