{
  "id": 640966,
  "title": "What Is Hariyali Amavasya? Everything To Know About The Festival That Comes In Shravan Month",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/what-is-hariyali-amavasya-everything-to-know-about-the-festival-that",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-12T07:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/lifestyle/what-is-hariyali-amavasya-everything-to-know-about-the-festival-that-comes-in-shravan-month"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Hariyali Amavasya is a significant Hindu festival observed during the month of Shravan, dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. This festival, which translates to \"greenery Amavasya,\" falls on the new moon day and emphasizes environmental protection through tree plantation and honoring ancestors. It is celebrated across several regions of North and Western India, including Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, and Maharashtra.\n\nIn 2026, Hariyali Amavasya is set to be observed on August 12. Devotees take part in various rituals, including early morning baths, temple visits, and special pujas for Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. In some regions, tree plantation drives and community activities are also organized to mark the occasion.\n\nThe day is considered auspicious for tree planting, as the monsoon rains help newly planted saplings, such as fruit trees, Tulsi, and Peepal, thrive. Temple premises often resonate with chants of \"Jai Shri\" during the Bhasma Aarti, where Baba Mahakal is adorned with green bhang leaves and a garland of green bilva leaves.\n\nFestivities extend beyond religious observances, with people decorating their homes, preparing traditional food, and spending time with family. In Rajasthan, fairs and cultural celebrations take place, while in Maharashtra, the festival is known as Gatari Amavasya, signifying the beginning of the Shravan month.",
  "summary": "Hariyali Amavasya is an important Hindu festival celebrated on the Amavasya, or new moon day, during the Shravan month. The festival is closely associated with greenery, nature, rain and the beginning of a season of agricultural prosperity. In 2026, Hariyali Amavasya will be observed on August 12. The festival holds special significance in several parts of North and Western India, particularly…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}