Pratipada Dates 2024
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11-Jan-2024 |
Begins: 11-Jan-2024 05:27 PM Thursday
Ends: 12-Jan-2024 02:23 PM Friday
|
Pausha | Shukla |
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Sagittarius 26.5°
Purva Ashadha (Pada 4)
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| 25-Jan-2024 |
Begins: 25-Jan-2024 11:25 PM Thursday
Ends: 27-Jan-2024 01:21 AM Saturday
|
Pausha | Krishna |
|
Cancer 11.0°
Pushya (Pada 3)
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| 10-Feb-2024 |
Begins: 10-Feb-2024 04:29 AM Saturday
Ends: 11-Feb-2024 12:47 AM Sunday
|
Magha | Shukla |
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Capricorn 26.5°
Dhanishta (Pada 1)
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| 24-Feb-2024 |
Begins: 24-Feb-2024 06:01 PM Saturday
Ends: 25-Feb-2024 08:37 PM Sunday
|
Magha | Krishna |
|
Leo 11.2°
Magha (Pada 4)
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| 10-Mar-2024 |
Begins: 10-Mar-2024 02:30 PM Sunday
Ends: 11-Mar-2024 10:45 AM Monday
|
Phalguna | Shukla |
|
Aquarius 26.1°
Purva Bhadrapada (Pada 2)
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| 25-Mar-2024 |
Begins: 25-Mar-2024 12:31 PM Monday
Ends: 26-Mar-2024 02:57 PM Tuesday
|
Phalguna | Krishna |
|
Virgo 10.9°
Hasta (Pada 1)
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| 08-Apr-2024 |
Begins: 08-Apr-2024 11:50 PM Monday
Ends: 09-Apr-2024 08:31 PM Tuesday
|
Chaitra | Shukla |
|
Pisces 25.2°
Revati (Pada 3)
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| 24-Apr-2024 |
Begins: 24-Apr-2024 05:20 AM Wednesday
Ends: 25-Apr-2024 06:47 AM Thursday
|
Chaitra | Krishna |
|
Libra 10.1°
Swati (Pada 2)
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| 08-May-2024 |
Begins: 08-May-2024 08:51 AM Wednesday
Ends: 09-May-2024 06:21 AM Thursday
|
Vaisakha | Shukla |
|
Aries 23.8°
Bharani (Pada 4)
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| 23-May-2024 |
Begins: 23-May-2024 07:24 PM Thursday
Ends: 24-May-2024 07:26 PM Friday
|
Vaisakha | Krishna |
|
Scorpio 8.7°
Anuradha (Pada 2)
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| 06-Jun-2024 |
Begins: 06-Jun-2024 06:07 PM Thursday
Ends: 07-Jun-2024 04:45 PM Friday
|
Jyeshtha | Shukla |
|
Taurus 22.1°
Rohini (Pada 4)
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| 22-Jun-2024 |
Begins: 22-Jun-2024 06:39 AM Saturday
Ends: 23-Jun-2024 05:14 AM Sunday
|
Jyeshtha | Krishna |
|
Sagittarius 6.9°
Mula (Pada 3)
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| 06-Jul-2024 |
Begins: 06-Jul-2024 04:27 AM Saturday
Ends: 07-Jul-2024 04:26 AM Sunday
|
Ashadha | Shukla |
|
Gemini 20.2°
Punarvasu (Pada 1)
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| 21-Jul-2024 |
Begins: 21-Jul-2024 03:48 PM Sunday
Ends: 22-Jul-2024 01:13 PM Monday
|
Ashadha | Krishna |
|
Capricorn 4.9°
Uttara Ashadha (Pada 3)
|
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| 04-Aug-2024 |
Begins: 04-Aug-2024 04:43 PM Sunday
Ends: 05-Aug-2024 06:04 PM Monday
|
Shravana | Shukla |
|
Cancer 18.3°
Ashlesha (Pada 1)
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| 19-Aug-2024 |
Begins: 19-Aug-2024 11:57 PM Monday
Ends: 20-Aug-2024 08:34 PM Tuesday
|
Shravana | Krishna |
|
Aquarius 3.0°
Dhanishta (Pada 3)
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| 03-Sep-2024 |
Begins: 03-Sep-2024 07:25 AM Tuesday
Ends: 04-Sep-2024 09:47 AM Wednesday
|
Bhadrapada | Shukla |
|
Leo 16.8°
Purva Phalguni (Pada 2)
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| 18-Sep-2024 |
Begins: 18-Sep-2024 08:05 AM Wednesday
Ends: 19-Sep-2024 04:20 AM Thursday
|
Bhadrapada | Krishna |
|
Pisces 1.5°
Purva Bhadrapada (Pada 4)
|
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| 03-Oct-2024 |
Begins: 03-Oct-2024 12:19 AM Thursday
Ends: 04-Oct-2024 02:58 AM Friday
|
Ashvina | Shukla |
|
Virgo 15.8°
Hasta (Pada 2)
|
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| 17-Oct-2024 |
Begins: 17-Oct-2024 04:57 PM Thursday
Ends: 18-Oct-2024 01:16 PM Friday
|
Ashvina | Krishna |
|
Aries 0.4°
Ashwini (Pada 1)
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| 01-Nov-2024 |
Begins: 01-Nov-2024 06:17 PM Friday
Ends: 02-Nov-2024 08:22 PM Saturday
|
Kartika | Shukla |
|
Libra 15.4°
Swati (Pada 3)
|
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| 16-Nov-2024 |
Begins: 16-Nov-2024 02:59 AM Saturday
Ends: 16-Nov-2024 11:52 PM Saturday
|
Kartika | Krishna |
|
Aries 29.8°
Krittika (Pada 1)
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| 01-Dec-2024 |
Begins: 01-Dec-2024 11:51 AM Sunday
Ends: 02-Dec-2024 12:43 PM Monday
|
Margashirsha | Shukla |
|
Scorpio 15.3°
Anuradha (Pada 4)
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|
| 15-Dec-2024 |
Begins: 15-Dec-2024 02:32 PM Sunday
Ends: 16-Dec-2024 12:29 PM Monday
|
Margashirsha | Krishna |
|
Taurus 29.7°
Mrigashira (Pada 2)
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| 31-Dec-2024 |
Begins: 31-Dec-2024 03:56 AM Tuesday
Ends: 01-Jan-2025 03:22 AM Wednesday
|
Pausha | Shukla |
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Sagittarius 15.5°
Purva Ashadha (Pada 1)
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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.