Mauni Amavasya 2026 in Chennai
मौनी अमावस्या · चेन्नई
By Rohiit Gupta, Chief Vedic Architect, Trikal Vaani
Mauni Amavasya 2026 in Chennai (चेन्नई) falls on Tuesday, 17 February 2026. Planetary ruler: Moon, Pitru. Auspicious muhurat: Sunrise to noon. Magh Amavasya observed in silence (Maun). Most powerful Amavasya of the year. Visit famous Chennai temples like Kapaleeshwarar Temple and Parthasarathy Temple for darshan. Authentic Vedic guidance with Chennai-specific timings.
Significance of Mauni Amavasya
Bath in Triveni Sangam at Prayagraj on this day grants moksha. Most sacred during Kumbh Mela years.
🛕 Where to celebrate Mauni Amavasya in Chennai
These temples in Chennai are especially powerful during Mauni Amavasya:
- ●Kapaleeshwarar Temple
- ●Parthasarathy Temple
- ●Marundeeswarar Temple
✓ Do's
- ●Observe silence (Maun Vrat) the full day
- ●Take holy bath in Ganga or sacred river
- ●Perform Tarpan
- ●Donate til, gold, blankets
✗ Don'ts
- ●Strictly no speech if observing Maun
- ●Avoid harsh thoughts
- ●Do not engage in worldly affairs
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When is Mauni Amavasya 2026 in Chennai?
Mauni Amavasya 2026 is celebrated in Chennai on Tuesday, 17 February 2026.
What is the Mauni Amavasya muhurat in Chennai?
The Mauni Amavasya muhurat in Chennai is Sunrise to noon.
Which temples to visit on Mauni Amavasya in Chennai?
Famous temples in Chennai: Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Parthasarathy Temple, Marundeeswarar Temple.
Who is the planetary ruler of Mauni Amavasya?
The planetary ruler of Mauni Amavasya is Moon, Pitru.