New Delhi.  The day of Amavasya (Jyeshtha Amavasya 2024) is dedicated to the worship of ancestors. There are a total of 12 Amavasya in a year, which has its own special significance. This time many dates are falling together on this day, due to which this day has become even more special. Actually, this time Shani Jayanti and Vat Savitri fast will also be observed on Jyeshtha Amavasya.

Let us tell you, this year Jyeshtha Amavasya is falling on June 6, 2024, so let us know why should cows and dogs be fed on this date?

Why should cows and dogs be fed on Amavasya?

Amavasya Tithi is considered very important from a religious point of view . According to beliefs, feeding cows and dogs on this Tithi is considered a very pious act. It is believed that feeding them on this occasion reaches the ancestors directly. Also, it provides relief from Pitra Dosh.

In such a situation, if you want to offer tarpan to your ancestors or do any puja related to them, then you should choose the day of Amavasya. Apart from this, charity should be done.

Don't do these 4 things on Jyeshtha Amavasya

• On the day of Jyeshtha Amavasya, you should not send back any person who comes to your house empty handed.
• On this date, animals should not be disturbed even by mistake.
• One should avoid consuming tamasic things on Amavasya.
• Feeding green fodder to cow and doing charity on this day is considered extremely beneficial .