Pratipada Dates 2023
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 | Begins / Ends | Lunar Month | Paksha | Moon Phase | Moon Position | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07-Jan-2023 |
Begins: 07-Jan-2023 04:39 AM Saturday
Ends: 08-Jan-2023 07:09 AM Sunday
|
Pausha | Krishna |
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Gemini 22.2°
Punarvasu (Pada 1)
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| 22-Jan-2023 |
Begins: 22-Jan-2023 02:23 AM Sunday
Ends: 22-Jan-2023 10:27 PM Sunday
|
Magha | Shukla |
|
Capricorn 7.3°
Uttara Ashadha (Pada 4)
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| 06-Feb-2023 |
Begins: 06-Feb-2023 12:00 AM Monday
Ends: 07-Feb-2023 02:20 AM Tuesday
|
Magha | Krishna |
|
Cancer 22.5°
Ashlesha (Pada 2)
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| 20-Feb-2023 |
Begins: 20-Feb-2023 12:35 PM Monday
Ends: 21-Feb-2023 09:05 AM Tuesday
|
Phalguna | Shukla |
|
Aquarius 7.2°
Shatabhisha (Pada 1)
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| 07-Mar-2023 |
Begins: 07-Mar-2023 06:11 PM Tuesday
Ends: 08-Mar-2023 07:44 PM Wednesday
|
Phalguna | Krishna |
|
Leo 22.5°
Purva Phalguni (Pada 3)
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| 21-Mar-2023 |
Begins: 21-Mar-2023 10:53 PM Tuesday
Ends: 22-Mar-2023 08:21 PM Wednesday
|
Chaitra | Shukla |
|
Pisces 6.6°
Uttara Bhadrapada (Pada 1)
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| 06-Apr-2023 |
Begins: 06-Apr-2023 10:05 AM Thursday
Ends: 07-Apr-2023 10:22 AM Friday
|
Chaitra | Krishna |
|
Virgo 21.9°
Hasta (Pada 4)
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| 20-Apr-2023 |
Begins: 20-Apr-2023 09:42 AM Thursday
Ends: 21-Apr-2023 08:29 AM Friday
|
Vaisakha | Shukla |
|
Aries 5.6°
Ashwini (Pada 2)
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| 05-May-2023 |
Begins: 05-May-2023 11:05 PM Friday
Ends: 06-May-2023 09:54 PM Saturday
|
Vaisakha | Krishna |
|
Libra 20.8°
Vishakha (Pada 1)
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| 19-May-2023 |
Begins: 19-May-2023 09:23 PM Friday
Ends: 20-May-2023 09:31 PM Saturday
|
Jyeshtha | Shukla |
|
Taurus 4.2°
Krittika (Pada 3)
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| 04-Jun-2023 |
Begins: 04-Jun-2023 09:12 AM Sunday
Ends: 05-Jun-2023 06:40 AM Monday
|
Jyeshtha | Krishna |
|
Scorpio 19.1°
Jyeshtha (Pada 1)
|
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| 18-Jun-2023 |
Begins: 18-Jun-2023 10:07 AM Sunday
Ends: 19-Jun-2023 11:26 AM Monday
|
Ashadha | Shukla |
|
Gemini 2.5°
Mrigashira (Pada 3)
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| 03-Jul-2023 |
Begins: 03-Jul-2023 05:09 PM Monday
Ends: 04-Jul-2023 01:39 PM Tuesday
|
Ashadha | Krishna |
|
Sagittarius 17.1°
Purva Ashadha (Pada 2)
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| 18-Jul-2023 |
Begins: 18-Jul-2023 12:01 AM Tuesday
Ends: 19-Jul-2023 02:10 AM Wednesday
|
Adhika Shravana | Shukla |
|
Cancer 0.7°
Punarvasu (Pada 4)
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| 02-Aug-2023 |
Begins: 02-Aug-2023 12:02 AM Wednesday
Ends: 02-Aug-2023 08:07 PM Wednesday
|
Adhika Shravana | Krishna |
|
Capricorn 15.1°
Shravana (Pada 2)
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| 16-Aug-2023 |
Begins: 16-Aug-2023 03:08 PM Wednesday
Ends: 17-Aug-2023 05:36 PM Thursday
|
Shravana | Shukla |
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Cancer 29.1°
Ashlesha (Pada 4)
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| 31-Aug-2023 |
Begins: 31-Aug-2023 07:06 AM Thursday
Ends: 01-Sep-2023 03:20 AM Friday
|
Shravana | Krishna |
|
Aquarius 13.2°
Shatabhisha (Pada 2)
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| 15-Sep-2023 |
Begins: 15-Sep-2023 07:09 AM Friday
Ends: 16-Sep-2023 09:18 AM Saturday
|
Bhadrapada | Shukla |
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Leo 27.8°
Uttara Phalguni (Pada 1)
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| 29-Sep-2023 |
Begins: 29-Sep-2023 03:28 PM Friday
Ends: 30-Sep-2023 12:23 PM Saturday
|
Bhadrapada | Krishna |
|
Pisces 11.8°
Uttara Bhadrapada (Pada 3)
|
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| 14-Oct-2023 |
Begins: 14-Oct-2023 11:25 PM Saturday
Ends: 16-Oct-2023 12:32 AM Monday
|
Ashvina | Shukla |
|
Virgo 26.9°
Chitra (Pada 2)
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| 29-Oct-2023 |
Begins: 29-Oct-2023 01:55 AM Sunday
Ends: 29-Oct-2023 11:54 PM Sunday
|
Ashvina | Krishna |
|
Aries 10.9°
Ashwini (Pada 4)
|
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| 13-Nov-2023 |
Begins: 13-Nov-2023 02:57 PM Monday
Ends: 14-Nov-2023 02:36 PM Tuesday
|
Kartika | Shukla |
|
Libra 26.5°
Vishakha (Pada 2)
|
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| 27-Nov-2023 |
Begins: 27-Nov-2023 02:47 PM Monday
Ends: 28-Nov-2023 02:07 PM Tuesday
|
Kartika | Krishna |
|
Taurus 10.6°
Rohini (Pada 1)
|
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| 13-Dec-2023 |
Begins: 13-Dec-2023 05:02 AM Wednesday
Ends: 14-Dec-2023 03:09 AM Thursday
|
Margashirsha | Shukla |
|
Scorpio 26.5°
Jyeshtha (Pada 3)
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| 27-Dec-2023 |
Begins: 27-Dec-2023 06:04 AM Wednesday
Ends: 28-Dec-2023 06:48 AM Thursday
|
Margashirsha | Krishna |
|
Gemini 10.8°
Ardra (Pada 2)
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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.