Anvashtaka Shradh is observed on the ninth day during the
waning phase of moon (Krishna Paksha Navami) in Magh month in calendars
followed in North India . Anvashtaka Shradh
2024 date is February 4.
The previous day of Anvashtaka is Ashtaka Shradh.
Performing Shradh, Tarpan and Pind Daan on these days is
considered highly meritorious. Shradh on these days is limited to certain Hindu
communities.
It must be noted that in South India Anvashtaka Shradh is observed
in Bhadrapad month. In Tamil calendars too this is marked in other months
mostly during Thai or Masi Masam.