Answer

No. Rohini Vrat is generally connected to Rohini Nakshatra, not specifically to the New Moon (Amavasya).

Explanation

• Amavasya means the new moon day.
• Rohini is a nakshatra, which is a lunar constellation.
• Rohini Vrat is observed on the day when Rohini Nakshatra is present.

So, it is a nakshatra-based vrat, not a new-moon-based vrat. Sometimes Rohini Nakshatra may happen near Amavasya by coincidence, but that is not the rule.

Spiritual Understanding

In Jain observance, the important thing is to follow the vrat according to the proper tithi or nakshatra tradition. Rohini Vrat is about discipline, devotion, and spiritual restraint on the correct lunar day.

Takeaway

Rohini Vrat is not the same as New Moon fasting. It is observed based on Rohini Nakshatra, while New Moon is Amavasya.