Pratipada Dates 2030
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Jan 2030 | — |
Begins: 04-Jan-2030 08:19 AM Friday
Ends: 05-Jan-2030 06:09 AM Saturday
|
Pausha | Shukla |
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Sagittarius 19.5°
Purva Ashadha (Pada 2)
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| 20 Jan 2030 | — |
Begins: 19-Jan-2030 09:25 PM Saturday
Ends: 20-Jan-2030 09:14 PM Sunday
|
Pausha | Krishna |
|
Cancer 5.3°
Pushya (Pada 1)
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| 03 Feb 2030 | — |
Begins: 02-Feb-2030 09:37 PM Saturday
Ends: 03-Feb-2030 08:45 PM Sunday
|
Magha | Shukla |
|
Capricorn 19.6°
Shravana (Pada 3)
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| 19 Feb 2030 | — |
Begins: 18-Feb-2030 11:51 AM Monday
Ends: 19-Feb-2030 10:06 AM Tuesday
|
Magha | Krishna |
|
Leo 5.3°
Magha (Pada 2)
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| 05 Mar 2030 | — |
Begins: 04-Mar-2030 12:04 PM Monday
Ends: 05-Mar-2030 12:36 PM Tuesday
|
Phalguna | Shukla |
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Aquarius 19.4°
Shatabhisha (Pada 4)
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| 20 Mar 2030 | Dhulivandan (Rangwali Holi) |
Begins: 19-Mar-2030 11:27 PM Tuesday
Ends: 20-Mar-2030 08:30 PM Wednesday
|
Phalguna | Krishna |
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Virgo 4.9°
Uttara Phalguni (Pada 3)
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| 03 Apr 2030 | Gudi Padwa |
Begins: 03-Apr-2030 03:32 AM Wednesday
Ends: 04-Apr-2030 05:18 AM Thursday
|
Chaitra | Shukla |
|
Pisces 18.9°
Revati (Pada 1)
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| 18 Apr 2030 | — |
Begins: 18-Apr-2030 08:51 AM Thursday
Ends: 19-Apr-2030 05:13 AM Friday
|
Chaitra | Krishna |
|
Libra 3.8°
Chitra (Pada 4)
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| 03 May 2030 | — |
Begins: 02-May-2030 07:42 PM Thursday
Ends: 03-May-2030 10:13 PM Friday
|
Vaisakha | Shukla |
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Aries 17.9°
Bharani (Pada 2)
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| 17 May 2030 | — |
Begins: 17-May-2030 04:50 PM Friday
Ends: 18-May-2030 01:02 PM Saturday
|
Vaisakha | Krishna |
|
Scorpio 2.3°
Vishakha (Pada 4)
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| 01 Jun 2030 | — |
Begins: 01-Jun-2030 11:51 AM Saturday
Ends: 02-Jun-2030 02:21 PM Sunday
|
Jyeshtha | Shukla |
|
Taurus 16.5°
Rohini (Pada 2)
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| 16 Jun 2030 | — |
Begins: 16-Jun-2030 12:12 AM Sunday
Ends: 16-Jun-2030 08:41 PM Sunday
|
Jyeshtha | Krishna |
|
Sagittarius 0.4°
Mula (Pada 1)
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| 01 Jul 2030 | — |
Begins: 01-Jul-2030 03:04 AM Monday
Ends: 02-Jul-2030 04:46 AM Tuesday
|
Ashadha | Shukla |
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Gemini 14.8°
Ardra (Pada 3)
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| 15 Jul 2030 | — |
Begins: 15-Jul-2030 07:43 AM Monday
Ends: 16-Jul-2030 04:53 AM Tuesday
|
Ashadha | Krishna |
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Sagittarius 28.4°
Uttara Ashadha (Pada 1)
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| 31 Jul 2030 | — |
Begins: 30-Jul-2030 04:40 PM Tuesday
Ends: 31-Jul-2030 05:05 PM Wednesday
|
Shravana | Shukla |
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Cancer 13.0°
Pushya (Pada 3)
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| 14 Aug 2030 | — |
Begins: 13-Aug-2030 04:15 PM Tuesday
Ends: 14-Aug-2030 02:30 PM Wednesday
|
Shravana | Krishna |
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Capricorn 26.4°
Dhanishta (Pada 1)
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| 29 Aug 2030 | — |
Begins: 29-Aug-2030 04:37 AM Thursday
Ends: 30-Aug-2030 03:37 AM Friday
|
Bhadrapada | Shukla |
|
Leo 11.4°
Magha (Pada 4)
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| 12 Sep 2030 | — |
Begins: 12-Sep-2030 02:49 AM Thursday
Ends: 13-Sep-2030 02:27 AM Friday
|
Bhadrapada | Krishna |
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Aquarius 24.9°
Purva Bhadrapada (Pada 2)
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| 28 Sep 2030 | Ghatasthapana (Navratri Begins) |
Begins: 27-Sep-2030 03:24 PM Friday
Ends: 28-Sep-2030 01:09 PM Saturday
|
Ashvina | Shukla |
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Virgo 10.0°
Hasta (Pada 1)
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| 12 Oct 2030 | — |
Begins: 11-Oct-2030 04:18 PM Friday
Ends: 12-Oct-2030 05:25 PM Saturday
|
Ashvina | Krishna |
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Pisces 23.9°
Revati (Pada 3)
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| 27 Oct 2030 | Balipratipada (Govardhan Puja) |
Begins: 27-Oct-2030 01:47 AM Sunday
Ends: 27-Oct-2030 10:37 PM Sunday
|
Kartika | Shukla |
|
Libra 9.1°
Swati (Pada 1)
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| 11 Nov 2030 | — |
Begins: 10-Nov-2030 09:01 AM Sunday
Ends: 11-Nov-2030 11:19 AM Monday
|
Kartika | Krishna |
|
Aries 23.5°
Bharani (Pada 4)
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| 26 Nov 2030 | — |
Begins: 25-Nov-2030 12:16 PM Monday
Ends: 26-Nov-2030 08:36 AM Tuesday
|
Margashirsha | Shukla |
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Scorpio 8.7°
Anuradha (Pada 2)
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| 10 Dec 2030 | — |
Begins: 10-Dec-2030 04:12 AM Tuesday
Ends: 11-Dec-2030 06:54 AM Wednesday
|
Margashirsha | Krishna |
|
Taurus 23.6°
Mrigashira (Pada 1)
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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.