Krishna Pratipada
प्रतिपदा
Krishna Paksha begins — the moon starts waning.
Presiding deity
Agni (the fire god)
Category
Nanda
Joyful, supportive — good for celebration, gifts, new clothes, art.
Tithi number
1 of 15 in Krishna Paksha
Tithi character
The first day after Purnima. Govardhan Puja / Bestu Varas (Kartika Shukla Pratipada in some traditions, but Annakut is observed on this Krishna-side equivalent). A Nanda tithi — joyful even as the moon dims.
Auspicious for
- ✓Govardhan Puja
- ✓Annakut offerings
- ✓Family gatherings
Traditionally avoided
- ✗Major auspicious starts (Krishna paksha generally less preferred for new ventures)
Festivals on Krishna Pratipada
4 festivals in our calendar fall on this tithi (across the supported VS years).
Pitru Paksha
26 Sept 2026 · bhadrapada
A 16-day window for ancestor offerings — major life events suspended.
Holi
23 Mar 2027 · phalguna
The festival of colours — last festival of the Hindu year.
Pitru Paksha
16 Sept 2027 · bhadrapada
A 16-day window for ancestor offerings — major life events suspended.
Holi
11 Mar 2028 · phalguna
The festival of colours — last festival of the Hindu year.