Pratipada Dates 2028
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Jan 2028 | — |
Begins: 12-Jan-2028 09:34 AM Wednesday
Ends: 13-Jan-2028 06:08 AM Thursday
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Pausha | Krishna |
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Gemini 27.2°
Punarvasu (Pada 3)
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| 27 Jan 2028 | — |
Begins: 26-Jan-2028 08:42 PM Wednesday
Ends: 27-Jan-2028 11:19 PM Thursday
|
Magha | Shukla |
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Capricorn 11.9°
Shravana (Pada 1)
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| 11 Feb 2028 | — |
Begins: 10-Feb-2028 08:34 PM Thursday
Ends: 11-Feb-2028 04:47 PM Friday
|
Magha | Krishna |
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Cancer 27.1°
Ashlesha (Pada 4)
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| 26 Feb 2028 | — |
Begins: 25-Feb-2028 04:07 PM Friday
Ends: 26-Feb-2028 06:40 PM Saturday
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Phalguna | Shukla |
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Aquarius 12.1°
Shatabhisha (Pada 2)
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| 11 Mar 2028 | Dhulivandan (Rangwali Holi) |
Begins: 11-Mar-2028 06:37 AM Saturday
Ends: 12-Mar-2028 02:57 AM Sunday
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Phalguna | Krishna |
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Leo 26.7°
Uttara Phalguni (Pada 1)
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| 27 Mar 2028 | Gudi Padwa |
Begins: 26-Mar-2028 10:01 AM Sunday
Ends: 27-Mar-2028 11:43 AM Monday
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Chaitra | Shukla |
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Pisces 11.8°
Uttara Bhadrapada (Pada 3)
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| 10 Apr 2028 | — |
Begins: 09-Apr-2028 03:57 PM Sunday
Ends: 10-Apr-2028 01:00 PM Monday
|
Chaitra | Krishna |
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Virgo 25.8°
Chitra (Pada 1)
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| 25 Apr 2028 | — |
Begins: 25-Apr-2028 01:16 AM Tuesday
Ends: 26-Apr-2028 01:44 AM Wednesday
|
Vaisakha | Shukla |
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Aries 10.9°
Ashwini (Pada 4)
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| 09 May 2028 | — |
Begins: 09-May-2028 01:20 AM Tuesday
Ends: 09-May-2028 11:33 PM Tuesday
|
Vaisakha | Krishna |
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Libra 24.5°
Vishakha (Pada 2)
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| 24 May 2028 | — |
Begins: 24-May-2028 01:46 PM Wednesday
Ends: 25-May-2028 12:54 PM Thursday
|
Jyeshtha | Shukla |
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Taurus 9.4°
Krittika (Pada 4)
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| 07 Jun 2028 | — |
Begins: 07-Jun-2028 11:40 AM Wednesday
Ends: 08-Jun-2028 11:21 AM Thursday
|
Jyeshtha | Krishna |
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Scorpio 22.8°
Jyeshtha (Pada 2)
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| 22 Jun 2028 | — |
Begins: 22-Jun-2028 11:57 PM Thursday
Ends: 23-Jun-2028 09:52 PM Friday
|
Ashadha | Shukla |
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Gemini 7.6°
Ardra (Pada 1)
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| 06 Jul 2028 | — |
Begins: 06-Jul-2028 11:42 PM Thursday
Ends: 08-Jul-2028 12:47 AM Saturday
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Ashadha | Krishna |
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Sagittarius 20.9°
Purva Ashadha (Pada 3)
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| 22 Jul 2028 | — |
Begins: 22-Jul-2028 08:31 AM Saturday
Ends: 23-Jul-2028 05:26 AM Sunday
|
Shravana | Shukla |
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Cancer 5.6°
Pushya (Pada 1)
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| 06 Aug 2028 | — |
Begins: 05-Aug-2028 01:41 PM Saturday
Ends: 06-Aug-2028 03:46 PM Sunday
|
Shravana | Krishna |
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Capricorn 19.2°
Shravana (Pada 3)
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| 21 Aug 2028 | — |
Begins: 20-Aug-2028 04:13 PM Sunday
Ends: 21-Aug-2028 12:29 PM Monday
|
Bhadrapada | Shukla |
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Leo 3.7°
Magha (Pada 2)
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| 04 Sep 2028 | — |
Begins: 04-Sep-2028 05:19 AM Monday
Ends: 05-Sep-2028 07:46 AM Tuesday
|
Bhadrapada | Krishna |
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Aquarius 17.7°
Shatabhisha (Pada 4)
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| 19 Sep 2028 | Ghatasthapana (Navratri Begins) |
Begins: 18-Sep-2028 11:53 PM Monday
Ends: 19-Sep-2028 08:00 PM Tuesday
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Ashvina | Shukla |
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Virgo 2.1°
Uttara Phalguni (Pada 2)
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| 04 Oct 2028 | — |
Begins: 03-Oct-2028 09:56 PM Tuesday
Ends: 05-Oct-2028 12:05 AM Thursday
|
Ashvina | Krishna |
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Pisces 16.7°
Revati (Pada 1)
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| 18 Oct 2028 | Balipratipada (Govardhan Puja) |
Begins: 18-Oct-2028 08:26 AM Wednesday
Ends: 19-Oct-2028 05:01 AM Thursday
|
Kartika | Shukla |
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Libra 1.0°
Chitra (Pada 3)
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| 03 Nov 2028 | — |
Begins: 02-Nov-2028 02:48 PM Thursday
Ends: 03-Nov-2028 04:06 PM Friday
|
Kartika | Krishna |
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Aries 16.2°
Bharani (Pada 1)
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| 17 Nov 2028 | — |
Begins: 16-Nov-2028 06:48 PM Thursday
Ends: 17-Nov-2028 04:25 PM Friday
|
Margashirsha | Shukla |
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Scorpio 0.4°
Vishakha (Pada 4)
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| 03 Dec 2028 | — |
Begins: 02-Dec-2028 07:11 AM Saturday
Ends: 03-Dec-2028 07:13 AM Sunday
|
Margashirsha | Krishna |
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Taurus 16.1°
Rohini (Pada 2)
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| 16 Dec 2028 | — |
Begins: 16-Dec-2028 07:36 AM Saturday
Ends: 17-Dec-2028 06:41 AM Sunday
|
Pausha | Shukla |
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Sagittarius 0.4°
Mula (Pada 1)
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| 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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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.