Pratipada Dates 2021
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Jan 2021 | — |
Begins: 13-Jan-2021 10:30 AM Wednesday
Ends: 14-Jan-2021 09:01 AM Thursday
|
Pausha | Shukla |
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Sagittarius 29.1°
Uttara Ashadha (Pada 1)
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| 29 Jan 2021 | — |
Begins: 29-Jan-2021 12:47 AM Friday
Ends: 29-Jan-2021 11:43 PM Friday
|
Pausha | Krishna |
|
Cancer 14.9°
Pushya (Pada 4)
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| 12 Feb 2021 | — |
Begins: 12-Feb-2021 12:35 AM Friday
Ends: 13-Feb-2021 12:30 AM Saturday
|
Magha | Shukla |
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Capricorn 29.1°
Dhanishta (Pada 2)
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| 28 Feb 2021 | — |
Begins: 27-Feb-2021 01:48 PM Saturday
Ends: 28-Feb-2021 11:20 AM Sunday
|
Magha | Krishna |
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Leo 14.8°
Purva Phalguni (Pada 1)
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| 14 Mar 2021 | — |
Begins: 13-Mar-2021 03:51 PM Saturday
Ends: 14-Mar-2021 05:06 PM Sunday
|
Phalguna | Shukla |
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Aquarius 28.9°
Purva Bhadrapada (Pada 3)
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| 29 Mar 2021 | Dhulivandan (Rangwali Holi) |
Begins: 29-Mar-2021 12:19 AM Monday
Ends: 29-Mar-2021 08:55 PM Monday
|
Phalguna | Krishna |
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Virgo 14.1°
Hasta (Pada 2)
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| 13 Apr 2021 | Gudi Padwa |
Begins: 12-Apr-2021 08:00 AM Monday
Ends: 13-Apr-2021 10:17 AM Tuesday
|
Chaitra | Shukla |
|
Pisces 28.2°
Revati (Pada 4)
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| 27 Apr 2021 | — |
Begins: 27-Apr-2021 09:02 AM Tuesday
Ends: 28-Apr-2021 05:15 AM Wednesday
|
Chaitra | Krishna |
|
Libra 12.9°
Swati (Pada 2)
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| 12 May 2021 | — |
Begins: 12-May-2021 12:29 AM Wednesday
Ends: 13-May-2021 03:06 AM Thursday
|
Vaisakha | Shukla |
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Aries 27.1°
Krittika (Pada 1)
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| 26 May 2021 | — |
Begins: 26-May-2021 04:45 PM Wednesday
Ends: 27-May-2021 01:03 PM Thursday
|
Vaisakha | Krishna |
|
Scorpio 11.3°
Anuradha (Pada 3)
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| 10 Jun 2021 | — |
Begins: 10-Jun-2021 04:22 PM Thursday
Ends: 11-Jun-2021 06:30 PM Friday
|
Jyeshtha | Shukla |
|
Taurus 25.6°
Mrigashira (Pada 1)
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| 25 Jun 2021 | — |
Begins: 25-Jun-2021 12:10 AM Friday
Ends: 25-Jun-2021 09:00 PM Friday
|
Jyeshtha | Krishna |
|
Sagittarius 9.3°
Mula (Pada 3)
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| 11 Jul 2021 | — |
Begins: 10-Jul-2021 06:46 AM Saturday
Ends: 11-Jul-2021 07:47 AM Sunday
|
Ashadha | Shukla |
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Gemini 23.9°
Punarvasu (Pada 2)
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| 25 Jul 2021 | — |
Begins: 24-Jul-2021 08:08 AM Saturday
Ends: 25-Jul-2021 05:52 AM Sunday
|
Ashadha | Krishna |
|
Capricorn 7.3°
Uttara Ashadha (Pada 4)
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| 09 Aug 2021 | — |
Begins: 08-Aug-2021 07:20 PM Sunday
Ends: 09-Aug-2021 06:56 PM Monday
|
Shravana | Shukla |
|
Cancer 22.1°
Ashlesha (Pada 2)
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| 23 Aug 2021 | — |
Begins: 22-Aug-2021 05:33 PM Sunday
Ends: 23-Aug-2021 04:32 PM Monday
|
Shravana | Krishna |
|
Aquarius 5.4°
Dhanishta (Pada 4)
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| 07 Sep 2021 | — |
Begins: 07-Sep-2021 06:21 AM Tuesday
Ends: 08-Sep-2021 04:37 AM Wednesday
|
Bhadrapada | Shukla |
|
Leo 20.5°
Purva Phalguni (Pada 3)
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| 21 Sep 2021 | — |
Begins: 21-Sep-2021 05:26 AM Tuesday
Ends: 22-Sep-2021 05:53 AM Wednesday
|
Bhadrapada | Krishna |
|
Pisces 4.1°
Uttara Bhadrapada (Pada 1)
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| 07 Oct 2021 | Ghatasthapana (Navratri Begins) |
Begins: 06-Oct-2021 04:35 PM Wednesday
Ends: 07-Oct-2021 01:47 PM Thursday
|
Ashvina | Shukla |
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Virgo 19.2°
Hasta (Pada 3)
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| 21 Oct 2021 | — |
Begins: 20-Oct-2021 08:28 PM Wednesday
Ends: 21-Oct-2021 10:17 PM Thursday
|
Ashvina | Krishna |
|
Aries 3.3°
Ashwini (Pada 1)
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| 05 Nov 2021 | Balipratipada (Govardhan Puja) |
Begins: 05-Nov-2021 02:44 AM Friday
Ends: 05-Nov-2021 11:15 PM Friday
|
Kartika | Shukla |
|
Libra 18.5°
Swati (Pada 4)
|
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| 20 Nov 2021 | — |
Begins: 19-Nov-2021 02:29 PM Friday
Ends: 20-Nov-2021 05:06 PM Saturday
|
Kartika | Krishna |
|
Taurus 3.1°
Krittika (Pada 2)
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| 05 Dec 2021 | — |
Begins: 04-Dec-2021 01:13 PM Saturday
Ends: 05-Dec-2021 09:27 AM Sunday
|
Margashirsha | Shukla |
|
Scorpio 18.2°
Jyeshtha (Pada 1)
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| 20 Dec 2021 | — |
Begins: 19-Dec-2021 10:07 AM Sunday
Ends: 20-Dec-2021 12:38 PM Monday
|
Margashirsha | Krishna |
|
Gemini 3.3°
Mrigashira (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.