Pratipada Dates 2022
Pratipada is the 1st lunar day (tithi) in the Hindu calendar, marking the beginning of each fortnight. It occurs twice every month — once at the start of the Shukla Paksha (after Amavasya) and once at the start of the Krishna Paksha (after Purnima).
The Shukla Paksha Pratipada is considered especially auspicious as it marks the beginning of the waxing moon cycle. Several important festivals fall on Pratipada, including Gudi Padwa (Chaitra Shukla Pratipada), which marks the Hindu New Year in Maharashtra and other parts of India.
The Shukla Paksha Pratipada is considered especially auspicious as it marks the beginning of the waxing moon cycle. Several important festivals fall on Pratipada, including Gudi Padwa (Chaitra Shukla Pratipada), which marks the Hindu New Year in Maharashtra and other parts of India.
All times shown in: Asia/Kolkata
| Date | Name | Begins / Ends | Lunar Month | Paksha | Moon Phase | Moon Position | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Jan 2022 | — |
Begins: 03-Jan-2022 12:03 AM Monday
Ends: 03-Jan-2022 08:32 PM Monday
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Pausha | Shukla |
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Sagittarius 18.2°
Purva Ashadha (Pada 2)
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| 18 Jan 2022 | — |
Begins: 18-Jan-2022 05:19 AM Tuesday
Ends: 19-Jan-2022 06:55 AM Wednesday
|
Pausha | Krishna |
|
Cancer 3.7°
Pushya (Pada 1)
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| 02 Feb 2022 | — |
Begins: 01-Feb-2022 11:16 AM Tuesday
Ends: 02-Feb-2022 08:31 AM Wednesday
|
Magha | Shukla |
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Capricorn 18.1°
Shravana (Pada 3)
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| 17 Feb 2022 | — |
Begins: 16-Feb-2022 10:27 PM Wednesday
Ends: 17-Feb-2022 10:42 PM Thursday
|
Magha | Krishna |
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Leo 3.8°
Magha (Pada 2)
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| 03 Mar 2022 | — |
Begins: 02-Mar-2022 11:04 PM Wednesday
Ends: 03-Mar-2022 09:37 PM Thursday
|
Phalguna | Shukla |
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Aquarius 17.9°
Shatabhisha (Pada 4)
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| 19 Mar 2022 | Dhulivandan (Rangwali Holi) |
Begins: 18-Mar-2022 12:48 PM Friday
Ends: 19-Mar-2022 11:39 AM Saturday
|
Phalguna | Krishna |
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Virgo 3.5°
Uttara Phalguni (Pada 3)
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| 02 Apr 2022 | Gudi Padwa |
Begins: 01-Apr-2022 11:54 AM Friday
Ends: 02-Apr-2022 11:58 AM Saturday
|
Chaitra | Shukla |
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Pisces 17.3°
Revati (Pada 1)
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| 17 Apr 2022 | — |
Begins: 17-Apr-2022 12:26 AM Sunday
Ends: 17-Apr-2022 10:03 PM Sunday
|
Chaitra | Krishna |
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Libra 2.6°
Chitra (Pada 3)
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| 01 May 2022 | — |
Begins: 01-May-2022 01:58 AM Sunday
Ends: 02-May-2022 03:25 AM Monday
|
Vaisakha | Shukla |
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Aries 16.3°
Bharani (Pada 1)
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| 16 May 2022 | — |
Begins: 16-May-2022 09:45 AM Monday
Ends: 17-May-2022 06:27 AM Tuesday
|
Vaisakha | Krishna |
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Scorpio 1.1°
Vishakha (Pada 4)
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| 30 May 2022 | — |
Begins: 30-May-2022 05:00 PM Monday
Ends: 31-May-2022 07:19 PM Tuesday
|
Jyeshtha | Shukla |
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Taurus 14.9°
Rohini (Pada 2)
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| 14 Jun 2022 | — |
Begins: 14-Jun-2022 05:22 PM Tuesday
Ends: 15-Jun-2022 01:33 PM Wednesday
|
Jyeshtha | Krishna |
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Scorpio 29.2°
Jyeshtha (Pada 4)
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| 29 Jun 2022 | — |
Begins: 29-Jun-2022 08:22 AM Wednesday
Ends: 30-Jun-2022 10:49 AM Thursday
|
Ashadha | Shukla |
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Gemini 13.2°
Ardra (Pada 2)
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| 14 Jul 2022 | — |
Begins: 14-Jul-2022 12:08 AM Thursday
Ends: 14-Jul-2022 08:17 PM Thursday
|
Ashadha | Krishna |
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Sagittarius 27.2°
Uttara Ashadha (Pada 1)
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| 29 Jul 2022 | — |
Begins: 28-Jul-2022 11:25 PM Thursday
Ends: 30-Jul-2022 01:22 AM Saturday
|
Shravana | Shukla |
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Cancer 11.5°
Pushya (Pada 3)
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| 12 Aug 2022 | — |
Begins: 12-Aug-2022 07:06 AM Friday
Ends: 13-Aug-2022 03:48 AM Saturday
|
Shravana | Krishna |
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Capricorn 25.2°
Dhanishta (Pada 1)
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| 28 Aug 2022 | — |
Begins: 27-Aug-2022 01:47 PM Saturday
Ends: 28-Aug-2022 02:45 PM Sunday
|
Bhadrapada | Shukla |
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Leo 9.9°
Magha (Pada 3)
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| 11 Sep 2022 | — |
Begins: 10-Sep-2022 03:30 PM Saturday
Ends: 11-Sep-2022 01:16 PM Sunday
|
Bhadrapada | Krishna |
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Aquarius 23.5°
Purva Bhadrapada (Pada 2)
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| 26 Sep 2022 | Ghatasthapana (Navratri Begins) |
Begins: 26-Sep-2022 03:24 AM Monday
Ends: 27-Sep-2022 03:08 AM Tuesday
|
Ashvina | Shukla |
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Virgo 8.6°
Uttara Phalguni (Pada 4)
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| 10 Oct 2022 | — |
Begins: 10-Oct-2022 02:26 AM Monday
Ends: 11-Oct-2022 01:40 AM Tuesday
|
Ashvina | Krishna |
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Pisces 22.4°
Revati (Pada 2)
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| 26 Oct 2022 | Balipratipada (Govardhan Puja) |
Begins: 25-Oct-2022 04:18 PM Tuesday
Ends: 26-Oct-2022 02:42 PM Wednesday
|
Kartika | Shukla |
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Libra 7.8°
Swati (Pada 1)
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| 09 Nov 2022 | — |
Begins: 08-Nov-2022 04:33 PM Tuesday
Ends: 09-Nov-2022 05:19 PM Wednesday
|
Kartika | Krishna |
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Aries 21.8°
Bharani (Pada 3)
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| 24 Nov 2022 | — |
Begins: 24-Nov-2022 04:27 AM Thursday
Ends: 25-Nov-2022 01:38 AM Friday
|
Margashirsha | Shukla |
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Scorpio 7.4°
Anuradha (Pada 2)
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| 09 Dec 2022 | — |
Begins: 08-Dec-2022 09:39 AM Thursday
Ends: 09-Dec-2022 11:36 AM Friday
|
Margashirsha | Krishna |
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Taurus 21.8°
Rohini (Pada 4)
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| 24 Dec 2022 | — |
Begins: 23-Dec-2022 03:46 PM Friday
Ends: 24-Dec-2022 12:06 PM Saturday
|
Pausha | Shukla |
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Sagittarius 7.4°
Mula (Pada 3)
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Pratipada – Significance, Festivals & Rituals
What is Pratipada?
Pratipada is the 1st lunar day (tithi) in the Hindu calendar, marking the start of each fortnight. It occurs twice every month — once after Amavasya (Shukla Pratipada) and once after Purnima (Krishna Pratipada).
What is Gudi Padwa?
Gudi Padwa falls on Chaitra Shukla Pratipada and marks the Hindu New Year in Maharashtra, Goa, and parts of Karnataka. It is celebrated by erecting a Gudi (decorated pole) outside homes as a symbol of victory and prosperity. The same day is celebrated as Ugadi in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka.
Which other festivals fall on Pratipada?
Kartik Shukla Pratipada is observed as Govardhan Puja (Annakut), the day after Diwali, when Lord Krishna's victory over Indra is celebrated. Ashvina Shukla Pratipada marks the beginning of Sharad Navratri, the most widely observed Navratri in India.
Why is Shukla Pratipada considered auspicious?
Shukla Pratipada marks the start of the waxing moon cycle, symbolising new beginnings, growth, and positive energy. It is considered an ideal time to start new ventures, make important decisions, and perform auspicious ceremonies.