Bhadrapada Amavasya is a significant Hindu festival that falls on the new moon day in the Hindu month of Bhadrapada. It is a day to pay homage to one's ancestors and seek their blessings for prosperity and well-being. Many people observe fasts and perform rituals on this day to honor their ancestors.

The festival is also known as Bhadrapada no amas in Gujarat, Kollavarsham in Kerala, and Mahalaya Amavasya in some parts of India. It is believed that offering prayers and donating to the less fortunate on this day can bring peace and blessings from one's forefathers. The day is considered auspicious for performing tarpanam, a ritual where water is offered to the ancestors.

On Bhadrapada Amavasya, devotees also visit temples and participate in various cultural and religious activities. The day is marked by special prayers, feasting, and celebrations. It is a time for spiritual reflection and seeking blessings for the well-being of oneself and one's family.