Mauni Amavasya 2026: Date & Important Tithi Of Ganga Bath

Do you know a day popular for its holy Ganga Bath and Maun Vrat (keeping silent)? The Mauni Amavasya 2026 is the first auspicious Amavasya to be observed in January. 

Mauni Amavasya 2026 Date & Time

• Mauni Amavasya Tithi Starts on: January 18, 2026, (12:03 AM)
• Mauni Amavasya Tithi Ends on: January 19, 2026, (1:21 AM) 

What is Mauni Amavasya? 

The word “Mauni” is derived from Sanskrit, which means “silence or absolute silence,” while Amavasya means “No Moon day.” So, on the day of Mauni Amavasya, the devotees observe a Maun Vrat.

They bathe in the Ganges to pray for long life and happiness. Of all the 12 Amavasyas (No Moon days), the Mauni Amavasya falls in the middle of the Magha month as per the Hindu lunar calendar.

Every year, Hindu devotees wait for this day to please Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva. It is quite a popular activity during the Magha Mela.

Significance Of Mauni Amavasya

The Mauni Amavasya is an important day for so many reasons. Here is why it is so significant in the Hindu religion.

• Firstly, one reason people look forward to Mauni Amavasya is to honour the birth of Rishi Manu. 
• Secondly, devotees believe their ancestors, along with Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu, arrive in the Ganga during this day.
• It is believed that taking a bath in the holy Ganga on the day of Mauni Amavasya leads to salvation (moksha) and the cleansing of all sins.
• In some parts of northern India, such as Uttar Pradesh, people also take baths in Triveni Sangam(where Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati meet).

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Essential Steps to Celebrate Mauni Amavasya 2026

For the people observing the fast of Mauni Amavasya 2026 or Maun Vrat for the first time, the following rituals and rules would work wonders. Follow the simple rituals and steps to complete the Mauni Amavasya vrat successfully. 

• The Mauni Amavasya 2026 rituals start with purifying the mind, body, and soul. On the day, take a bath in the Brahma Muhurat (03:30 AM-6:00 AM). Add a few drops of Ganga Jal while bathing. 
• After purification, offer water to Surya Dev (the Lord Sun). While offering the water, you can chant some Lord Surya Mantra.
• Now comes the most important ritual of Mauni Amavasya: taking the vow of silence. But first, meditate by remembering Lord Hari, aka Lord Vishnu. 
• Next, the devotee must remain silent and meditate to seek the blessings of Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva until the fast is completed.
•  Finally, donate food, clothes and other essential items to the poor and needy to complete the Mauni Amavasya rituals. 

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Discover the Effective Remedies for Mauni Amavasya 2026

Are you someone dealing with a lack of peace and harmony in your personal life? Or do money problems concern you? Don’t worry; we have got hands on some simple yet effective remedies to perform on Mauni Amavasys 2026. 

1. Please Lord Shiva: 

On the day of Mauni Amavasya, you can worship Shivlings and offer cloves (laung), preferably 5, to Lord Shiva. Don’t forget to offer black sesame seeds (Kaale Til) with cloves. 

2. Do Lord Vishnu Puja

Meditate over Sri Hari’s idol, chanting some Vishnu Amavasya Mantra – “ॐ श्री विष्णवे च विद्महे वासुदेवाय धीमहि तन्नो विष्णुः प्रचोदयात्॥”. Offer Lotus flower and fruits while chanting.

3. Perform Surya Arghya

Those who offer water to Lord Sun on the day of Mauni Amavasya get the blessings of Lord Sun and stay away from unnecessary problems. Offer water to Surya Deva by mixing some black sesame seeds and red flowers in the water. 

4. Water the Peepal Tree

Don’t forget to offer milk and 5 white sweets to Peepal Tree. After offering the sweets and water, this remedy talks about taking 108 parikramas(rounds) around the Peepal tree. 

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