Pratipada Dates 2029
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Jan 2029 | — |
Begins: 31-Dec-2028 10:19 PM Sunday
Ends: 01-Jan-2029 08:55 PM Monday
|
Pausha | Krishna |
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Gemini 16.3°
Ardra (Pada 3)
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| 15 Jan 2029 | — |
Begins: 14-Jan-2029 10:54 PM Sunday
Ends: 15-Jan-2029 11:31 PM Monday
|
Magha | Shukla |
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Capricorn 0.6°
Uttara Ashadha (Pada 2)
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| 31 Jan 2029 | — |
Begins: 30-Jan-2029 11:34 AM Tuesday
Ends: 31-Jan-2029 08:50 AM Wednesday
|
Magha | Krishna |
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Cancer 16.3°
Pushya (Pada 4)
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| 14 Feb 2029 | — |
Begins: 13-Feb-2029 04:01 PM Tuesday
Ends: 14-Feb-2029 05:49 PM Wednesday
|
Phalguna | Shukla |
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Aquarius 0.7°
Dhanishta (Pada 3)
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| 01 Mar 2029 | Dhulivandan (Rangwali Holi) |
Begins: 28-Feb-2029 10:41 PM Wednesday
Ends: 01-Mar-2029 07:02 PM Thursday
|
Phalguna | Krishna |
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Leo 16.1°
Purva Phalguni (Pada 1)
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| 16 Mar 2029 | — |
Begins: 15-Mar-2029 09:49 AM Thursday
Ends: 16-Mar-2029 12:13 PM Friday
|
Adhika Chaitra | Shukla |
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Pisces 0.6°
Purva Bhadrapada (Pada 4)
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| 30 Mar 2029 | — |
Begins: 30-Mar-2029 07:57 AM Friday
Ends: 31-Mar-2029 03:59 AM Saturday
|
Adhika Chaitra | Krishna |
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Virgo 15.4°
Hasta (Pada 2)
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| 14 Apr 2029 | Gudi Padwa |
Begins: 14-Apr-2029 03:10 AM Saturday
Ends: 15-Apr-2029 05:33 AM Sunday
|
Chaitra | Shukla |
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Pisces 30.0°
Revati (Pada 4)
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| 29 Apr 2029 | — |
Begins: 28-Apr-2029 04:07 PM Saturday
Ends: 29-Apr-2029 12:29 PM Sunday
|
Chaitra | Krishna |
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Libra 14.1°
Swati (Pada 3)
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| 14 May 2029 | — |
Begins: 13-May-2029 07:12 PM Sunday
Ends: 14-May-2029 08:56 PM Monday
|
Vaisakha | Shukla |
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Aries 28.8°
Krittika (Pada 1)
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| 28 May 2029 | — |
Begins: 28-May-2029 12:08 AM Monday
Ends: 28-May-2029 09:21 PM Monday
|
Vaisakha | Krishna |
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Scorpio 12.5°
Anuradha (Pada 3)
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| 12 Jun 2029 | — |
Begins: 12-Jun-2029 09:20 AM Tuesday
Ends: 13-Jun-2029 09:55 AM Wednesday
|
Jyeshtha | Shukla |
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Taurus 27.2°
Mrigashira (Pada 2)
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| 26 Jun 2029 | — |
Begins: 26-Jun-2029 08:53 AM Tuesday
Ends: 27-Jun-2029 07:17 AM Wednesday
|
Jyeshtha | Krishna |
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Sagittarius 10.5°
Mula (Pada 4)
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| 12 Jul 2029 | — |
Begins: 11-Jul-2029 09:21 PM Wednesday
Ends: 12-Jul-2029 08:30 PM Thursday
|
Ashadha | Shukla |
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Gemini 25.3°
Punarvasu (Pada 2)
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| 26 Jul 2029 | — |
Begins: 25-Jul-2029 07:07 PM Wednesday
Ends: 26-Jul-2029 06:49 PM Thursday
|
Ashadha | Krishna |
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Capricorn 8.6°
Uttara Ashadha (Pada 4)
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| 10 Aug 2029 | — |
Begins: 10-Aug-2029 07:25 AM Friday
Ends: 11-Aug-2029 05:12 AM Saturday
|
Shravana | Shukla |
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Cancer 23.5°
Ashlesha (Pada 3)
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| 25 Aug 2029 | — |
Begins: 24-Aug-2029 07:22 AM Friday
Ends: 25-Aug-2029 08:21 AM Saturday
|
Shravana | Krishna |
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Aquarius 6.9°
Shatabhisha (Pada 1)
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| 09 Sep 2029 | — |
Begins: 08-Sep-2029 04:14 PM Saturday
Ends: 09-Sep-2029 12:57 PM Sunday
|
Bhadrapada | Shukla |
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Leo 21.8°
Purva Phalguni (Pada 3)
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| 23 Sep 2029 | — |
Begins: 22-Sep-2029 10:00 PM Saturday
Ends: 24-Sep-2029 12:00 AM Monday
|
Bhadrapada | Krishna |
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Pisces 5.7°
Uttara Bhadrapada (Pada 1)
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| 08 Oct 2029 | Ghatasthapana (Navratri Begins) |
Begins: 08-Oct-2029 12:44 AM Monday
Ends: 08-Oct-2029 08:55 PM Monday
|
Ashvina | Shukla |
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Virgo 20.5°
Hasta (Pada 4)
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| 23 Oct 2029 | — |
Begins: 22-Oct-2029 02:59 PM Monday
Ends: 23-Oct-2029 05:31 PM Tuesday
|
Ashvina | Krishna |
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Aries 5.0°
Ashwini (Pada 2)
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| 06 Nov 2029 | Balipratipada (Govardhan Puja) |
Begins: 06-Nov-2029 09:54 AM Tuesday
Ends: 07-Nov-2029 06:08 AM Wednesday
|
Kartika | Shukla |
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Libra 19.7°
Swati (Pada 4)
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| 22 Nov 2029 | — |
Begins: 21-Nov-2029 09:34 AM Wednesday
Ends: 22-Nov-2029 11:54 AM Thursday
|
Kartika | Krishna |
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Taurus 4.8°
Krittika (Pada 3)
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| 06 Dec 2029 | — |
Begins: 05-Dec-2029 08:22 PM Wednesday
Ends: 06-Dec-2029 05:11 PM Thursday
|
Margashirsha | Shukla |
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Scorpio 19.5°
Jyeshtha (Pada 1)
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| 21 Dec 2029 | — |
Begins: 21-Dec-2029 04:18 AM Friday
Ends: 22-Dec-2029 05:38 AM Saturday
|
Margashirsha | Krishna |
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Gemini 5.0°
Mrigashira (Pada 4)
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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.