New Delhi, Sept. 21 -- Sarva Pitru Amavasya, also known as Mahalaya Amavasya, is the last day of the Pitru Paksha period, a 15-day lunar phase dedicated to paying homage to ancestors.

According to the Hindu lunar calendar, this day is observed on Amavasya, a new moon day in the Bhadrapada month. It holds great spiritual and cultural importance and marks the culmination of rituals offered to departed souls for their peace and liberation.

Amavasya Tithi starts: September 21 - 12:16 AM

Amavasya Tithi ends: September 22 - 01:23 AM

Kutup Muhurat: 11:50 AM to 12:38 PM

Rohina Muhurat:12:38 PM to 01:27 PM

Aparahna Kaal: 01:27 PM to 03:53 PM

Pitri Paksha is a 15-day period dedicated to honouring the ancestors or forefathers.

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