गटारी अमावस्या आणि गतहारी अमावस्या: गटारी अमावस्येचे मूळ नाव गतहारी अमावस्या आहे. "गतहारी" हा शब्द संस्कृतमधील "गत" (म्हणजे गेलेला किंवा त्यागलेला) आणि "आहार" (म्हणजे भोजन) या शब्दांपासून बनला आहे. याचा अर्थ आहे "त्यागलेला आहार" किंवा "ज्या आहाराचा त्याग केला जाणार आहे तो आहार घेण्याचा शेवटचा दिवस." Ashadha Amavasya 2025: Ashadha Amavasya, also known as Pitra Amavasya is dedicated to honouring ancestors through rituals, prayers and charity, inviting peace to their souls and harmony into one’s life. This year, Ashadha Amavasya falls on 25th June 2025. Gatari Amavasya 2025: In Maharashtra, Gatari Amavasya marks the final day of the month of Ashadha and serves as a meaningful pause before the spiritually intense month of Shravan begins. This day holds special significance as it symbolises the transition from celebration to devotion. Gatari Amavasya, most popularly known as Gatari, is a Marathi regional festival celebrated especially in Maharashtra and some parts of Goa. In 2025, Gatari Amavasya date is July 24.