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Is Shanishari Amavasya on November 30th?
This time, the new moon of Margashirsha month falls on November 30th and December 1st. Being a Saturday, will November 30th be Shanishari Amavasya? Let's clarify
New Moon Timing and Duration
According to the Panchang, the new moon starts on November 30th at 10:30 AM and ends on December 1st at 11:51 AM
Reason for the Confusion
The new moon falls on two days (November 30th and December 1st), leading to confusion regarding Shanishari Amavasya
Expert Opinion
Scholars emphasize the importance of bathing and charity on Shanishari Amavasya. As the sunrise occurs on Sunday, December 1st, it won't be Shanishari Amavasya
Shraadh and Pind Daan on Nov 30th
Scholars suggest performing Shraadh, Pind Daan, and Tarpan on November 30th for ancestral peace
Holy Bath and Charity on Dec 1st
Astrologers recommend holy baths and charity on December 1st, Sunday, during Margashirsha Amavasya