Pratipada Dates 2028
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 | 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
|
Pausha | Krishna |
|
Gemini 27.2°
Punarvasu (Pada 3)
|
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| 26-Jan-2028 |
Begins: 26-Jan-2028 08:42 PM Wednesday
Ends: 27-Jan-2028 11:19 PM Thursday
|
Magha | Shukla |
|
Capricorn 11.9°
Shravana (Pada 1)
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| 10-Feb-2028 |
Begins: 10-Feb-2028 08:34 PM Thursday
Ends: 11-Feb-2028 04:47 PM Friday
|
Magha | Krishna |
|
Cancer 27.1°
Ashlesha (Pada 4)
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| 25-Feb-2028 |
Begins: 25-Feb-2028 04:07 PM Friday
Ends: 26-Feb-2028 06:40 PM Saturday
|
Phalguna | Shukla |
|
Aquarius 12.1°
Shatabhisha (Pada 2)
|
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| 11-Mar-2028 |
Begins: 11-Mar-2028 06:37 AM Saturday
Ends: 12-Mar-2028 02:57 AM Sunday
|
Phalguna | Krishna |
|
Leo 26.7°
Uttara Phalguni (Pada 1)
|
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| 26-Mar-2028 |
Begins: 26-Mar-2028 10:01 AM Sunday
Ends: 27-Mar-2028 11:43 AM Monday
|
Chaitra | Shukla |
|
Pisces 11.8°
Uttara Bhadrapada (Pada 3)
|
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| 09-Apr-2028 |
Begins: 09-Apr-2028 03:57 PM Sunday
Ends: 10-Apr-2028 01:00 PM Monday
|
Chaitra | Krishna |
|
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 |
|
Aries 10.9°
Ashwini (Pada 4)
|
|
| 09-May-2028 |
Begins: 09-May-2028 01:20 AM Tuesday
Ends: 09-May-2028 11:33 PM Tuesday
|
Vaisakha | Krishna |
|
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 |
|
Taurus 9.4°
Krittika (Pada 4)
|
|
| 07-Jun-2028 |
Begins: 07-Jun-2028 11:40 AM Wednesday
Ends: 08-Jun-2028 11:21 AM Thursday
|
Jyeshtha | Krishna |
|
Scorpio 22.8°
Jyeshtha (Pada 2)
|
|
| 22-Jun-2028 |
Begins: 22-Jun-2028 11:57 PM Thursday
Ends: 23-Jun-2028 09:52 PM Friday
|
Ashadha | Shukla |
|
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
|
Ashadha | Krishna |
|
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 |
|
Cancer 5.6°
Pushya (Pada 1)
|
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| 05-Aug-2028 |
Begins: 05-Aug-2028 01:41 PM Saturday
Ends: 06-Aug-2028 03:46 PM Sunday
|
Shravana | Krishna |
|
Capricorn 19.2°
Shravana (Pada 3)
|
|
| 20-Aug-2028 |
Begins: 20-Aug-2028 04:13 PM Sunday
Ends: 21-Aug-2028 12:29 PM Monday
|
Bhadrapada | Shukla |
|
Leo 3.7°
Magha (Pada 2)
|
|
| 04-Sep-2028 |
Begins: 04-Sep-2028 05:19 AM Monday
Ends: 05-Sep-2028 07:46 AM Tuesday
|
Bhadrapada | Krishna |
|
Aquarius 17.7°
Shatabhisha (Pada 4)
|
|
| 18-Sep-2028 |
Begins: 18-Sep-2028 11:53 PM Monday
Ends: 19-Sep-2028 08:00 PM Tuesday
|
Ashvina | Shukla |
|
Virgo 2.1°
Uttara Phalguni (Pada 2)
|
|
| 03-Oct-2028 |
Begins: 03-Oct-2028 09:56 PM Tuesday
Ends: 05-Oct-2028 12:05 AM Thursday
|
Ashvina | Krishna |
|
Pisces 16.7°
Revati (Pada 1)
|
|
| 18-Oct-2028 |
Begins: 18-Oct-2028 08:26 AM Wednesday
Ends: 19-Oct-2028 05:01 AM Thursday
|
Kartika | Shukla |
|
Libra 1.0°
Chitra (Pada 3)
|
|
| 02-Nov-2028 |
Begins: 02-Nov-2028 02:48 PM Thursday
Ends: 03-Nov-2028 04:06 PM Friday
|
Kartika | Krishna |
|
Aries 16.2°
Bharani (Pada 1)
|
|
| 16-Nov-2028 |
Begins: 16-Nov-2028 06:48 PM Thursday
Ends: 17-Nov-2028 04:25 PM Friday
|
Margashirsha | Shukla |
|
Scorpio 0.4°
Vishakha (Pada 4)
|
|
| 02-Dec-2028 |
Begins: 02-Dec-2028 07:11 AM Saturday
Ends: 03-Dec-2028 07:13 AM Sunday
|
Margashirsha | Krishna |
|
Taurus 16.1°
Rohini (Pada 2)
|
|
| 16-Dec-2028 |
Begins: 16-Dec-2028 07:36 AM Saturday
Ends: 17-Dec-2028 06:41 AM Sunday
|
Pausha | Shukla |
|
Sagittarius 0.4°
Mula (Pada 1)
|
|
| 31-Dec-2028 |
Begins: 31-Dec-2028 10:19 PM Sunday
Ends: 01-Jan-2029 08:55 PM Monday
|
Pausha | Krishna |
|
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.