Shravan Amavasya 2025: Key timings, significance, puja rituals and more
, the new moon day, holds deep-rooted spiritual importance in Hindu culture, especially when it coincides with the sacred month of Shravan.
This particular Amavasya—observed on July 24, 2025—is also known as
Hariyali Amavasya
, a day steeped in devotion, remembrance, and seasonal symbolism.
As the monsoon transforms the landscape with vibrant greenery, this occasion becomes not only a time to connect with the divine but also to reflect on change, growth, and gratitude.
Key timings for Shravan Amavasya 2025
Start of Amavasya Tithi: 2:28 AM, July 24, 2025
End of Amavasya Tithi: 12:40 AM, July 25, 2025
What makes Shravan Amavasya so special?
In the Hindu tradition, Amavasya is a time for ancestral remembrance, and when it falls in Shravan, it carries added power and sanctity.
On this day, families perform Tarpan, Shraddha, and other rituals to pay homage to departed loved ones, seeking their blessings for peace and wellbeing.
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At the same time, the "Hariyali" (greenery) aspect of this Amavasya celebrates the vitality of the monsoon. It's a day associated with new beginnings, spiritual cleansing, and inner transformation.
People also observe the day by:
Bathing in holy rivers like the Ganga
Offering prayers to Shiva and Parvati
Fasting and donating to the needy
Participating in community rituals and temple visits
It is widely believed that those who sincerely observe this day are granted peace of mind and divine blessings, especially from their ancestors and from Lord Mahadeva and Goddess Parvati.
Puja Vidhi: How to observe Shravan Amavasya
To mark this sacred day:
Rise before sunrise and take a purifying bath, either at home or in a sacred water body.
Offer water to Surya Dev (the Sun God).
Light a ghee lamp, and make offerings of seasonal fruits and sweets to Shiva and Parvati.
If possible, visit a nearby temple, especially during the auspicious Guru Pushya Yoga, and perform Gathbandhan as a symbol of unity and commitment.
Take time to feed the poor, donate clothes or food, and extend help to the less fortunate.
As the day ends, offer Arghya to Chandra Dev (the Moon God) in the evening sky.
Why is it called Hariyali Amavasya?
The name 'Hariyali Amavasya' reflects the lush renewal of life during the monsoon season.
It's a symbolic time of fertility, growth, and preparation for the future. Farmers begin planning for sowing new crops, and spiritually, it's seen as a period for sowing good intentions and positive karma.
The Takeaway
Shravan Amavasya
is more than a date on the calendar—it's a sacred pause. A time to reconnect with your roots, honour those who came before you, and align yourself with nature's rhythm of cleansing and renewal.
Whether through prayer, fasting, ritual, or quiet introspection, marking this day brings blessings, serenity, and strength for the path ahead.
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