Pratipada Dates 2020
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.
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| Date | Name | Begins / Ends | Lunar Month | Paksha | Moon Phase | Moon Position | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Jan 2020 | — |
Begins: 11-Jan-2020 12:52 AM Saturday
Ends: 11-Jan-2020 10:42 PM Saturday
|
Pausha | Krishna |
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Gemini 25.9°
Punarvasu (Pada 2)
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| 25 Jan 2020 | — |
Begins: 25-Jan-2020 03:12 AM Saturday
Ends: 26-Jan-2020 04:31 AM Sunday
|
Magha | Shukla |
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Capricorn 10.2°
Shravana (Pada 1)
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| 10 Feb 2020 | — |
Begins: 09-Feb-2020 01:04 PM Sunday
Ends: 10-Feb-2020 09:46 AM Monday
|
Magha | Krishna |
|
Cancer 25.9°
Ashlesha (Pada 3)
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| 24 Feb 2020 | — |
Begins: 23-Feb-2020 09:02 PM Sunday
Ends: 24-Feb-2020 11:15 PM Monday
|
Phalguna | Shukla |
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Aquarius 10.3°
Shatabhisha (Pada 2)
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| 10 Mar 2020 | Dhulivandan (Rangwali Holi) |
Begins: 09-Mar-2020 11:18 PM Monday
Ends: 10-Mar-2020 07:24 PM Tuesday
|
Phalguna | Krishna |
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Leo 25.5°
Purva Phalguni (Pada 4)
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| 25 Mar 2020 | Gudi Padwa |
Begins: 24-Mar-2020 02:58 PM Tuesday
Ends: 25-Mar-2020 05:27 PM Wednesday
|
Chaitra | Shukla |
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Pisces 10.1°
Uttara Bhadrapada (Pada 3)
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| 08 Apr 2020 | — |
Begins: 08-Apr-2020 08:06 AM Wednesday
Ends: 09-Apr-2020 04:14 AM Thursday
|
Chaitra | Krishna |
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Virgo 24.6°
Chitra (Pada 1)
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| 24 Apr 2020 | — |
Begins: 23-Apr-2020 07:55 AM Thursday
Ends: 24-Apr-2020 10:01 AM Friday
|
Vaisakha | Shukla |
|
Aries 9.2°
Ashwini (Pada 3)
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| 08 May 2020 | — |
Begins: 07-May-2020 04:16 PM Thursday
Ends: 08-May-2020 01:03 PM Friday
|
Vaisakha | Krishna |
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Libra 23.2°
Vishakha (Pada 1)
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| 22 May 2020 | — |
Begins: 22-May-2020 11:08 PM Friday
Ends: 24-May-2020 12:17 AM Sunday
|
Jyeshtha | Shukla |
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Taurus 7.9°
Krittika (Pada 4)
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| 06 Jun 2020 | — |
Begins: 06-Jun-2020 12:43 AM Saturday
Ends: 06-Jun-2020 10:34 PM Saturday
|
Jyeshtha | Krishna |
|
Scorpio 21.4°
Jyeshtha (Pada 2)
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| 21 Jun 2020 | — |
Begins: 21-Jun-2020 12:11 PM Sunday
Ends: 22-Jun-2020 11:59 AM Monday
|
Ashadha | Shukla |
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Gemini 6.2°
Mrigashira (Pada 4)
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| 05 Jul 2020 | — |
Begins: 05-Jul-2020 10:15 AM Sunday
Ends: 06-Jul-2020 09:23 AM Monday
|
Ashadha | Krishna |
|
Sagittarius 19.5°
Purva Ashadha (Pada 2)
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| 21 Jul 2020 | — |
Begins: 20-Jul-2020 11:02 PM Monday
Ends: 21-Jul-2020 09:24 PM Tuesday
|
Shravana | Shukla |
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Cancer 4.3°
Pushya (Pada 1)
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| 04 Aug 2020 | — |
Begins: 03-Aug-2020 09:30 PM Monday
Ends: 04-Aug-2020 09:56 PM Tuesday
|
Shravana | Krishna |
|
Capricorn 17.6°
Shravana (Pada 3)
|
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| 19 Aug 2020 | — |
Begins: 19-Aug-2020 08:11 AM Wednesday
Ends: 20-Aug-2020 05:19 AM Thursday
|
Bhadrapada | Shukla |
|
Leo 2.4°
Magha (Pada 1)
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| 03 Sep 2020 | — |
Begins: 02-Sep-2020 10:53 AM Wednesday
Ends: 03-Sep-2020 12:28 PM Thursday
|
Bhadrapada | Krishna |
|
Aquarius 16.0°
Shatabhisha (Pada 3)
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| 18 Sep 2020 | — |
Begins: 17-Sep-2020 04:30 PM Thursday
Ends: 18-Sep-2020 12:50 PM Friday
|
Adhika Ashvina | Shukla |
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Virgo 0.8°
Uttara Phalguni (Pada 2)
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| 02 Oct 2020 | — |
Begins: 02-Oct-2020 02:36 AM Friday
Ends: 03-Oct-2020 04:58 AM Saturday
|
Adhika Ashvina | Krishna |
|
Pisces 15.0°
Uttara Bhadrapada (Pada 4)
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| 17 Oct 2020 | Ghatasthapana (Navratri Begins) |
Begins: 17-Oct-2020 01:01 AM Saturday
Ends: 17-Oct-2020 09:09 PM Saturday
|
Ashvina | Shukla |
|
Virgo 29.7°
Chitra (Pada 2)
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| 01 Nov 2020 | — |
Begins: 31-Oct-2020 08:20 PM Saturday
Ends: 01-Nov-2020 10:51 PM Sunday
|
Ashvina | Krishna |
|
Aries 14.5°
Bharani (Pada 1)
|
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| 16 Nov 2020 | Balipratipada (Govardhan Puja) |
Begins: 15-Nov-2020 10:37 AM Sunday
Ends: 16-Nov-2020 07:06 AM Monday
|
Kartika | Shukla |
|
Libra 29.1°
Vishakha (Pada 3)
|
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| 01 Dec 2020 | — |
Begins: 30-Nov-2020 03:01 PM Monday
Ends: 01-Dec-2020 04:53 PM Tuesday
|
Kartika | Krishna |
|
Taurus 14.5°
Rohini (Pada 2)
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| 15 Dec 2020 | — |
Begins: 14-Dec-2020 09:46 PM Monday
Ends: 15-Dec-2020 07:06 PM Tuesday
|
Margashirsha | Shukla |
|
Scorpio 29.0°
Jyeshtha (Pada 4)
|
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| 31 Dec 2020 | — |
Begins: 30-Dec-2020 08:59 AM Wednesday
Ends: 31-Dec-2020 09:32 AM Thursday
|
Margashirsha | Krishna |
|
Gemini 14.7°
Ardra (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.