Polala Amavasya: Special Vratam for Progeny

The Amavasya falling during the sacred Shravan month is known as Polala Amavasya and holds special significance in traditional Hindu practices. This year, Panchanga scholars have suggested observing the Polala Amavasya Vratam on September 11, Friday, coinciding with Shravan Bahula Amavasya. According to traditional beliefs, women who seek children or pray for the well-being, health and prosperity of their offspring observe this vratam with devotion. Amavasya is regarded as an auspicious day in Sanatana Dharma, with the Shravan Amavasya considered particularly significant.

The traditional story of Polala Amavasya revolves around a young daughter-in-law who repeatedly lost her newborn children. According to the legend, village deity Polalamma appeared before her and advised her to call her deceased children by the names she had intended for them. When she followed the advice, the children were believed to have come back to life. The vratam subsequently became a tradition of expressing gratitude to Polalamma. Rituals include worshipping Lord Ganesha, Mangala Gowri and Santana Lakshmi, tying a sacred thread with nine knots, offering nine boorelu, nine garelu and nine varieties of curry, and giving tambulam to a married woman. Devotees believe that observing the vratam with faith brings blessings related to progeny and family welfare.