Answer

Yes, in Deravasi Shvetambar tradition, Samvatsari Pratikraman may be done around 1:30 PM if that is the time arranged by the sangh or if one has a genuine practical limitation.

However, traditionally, Samvatsari Pratikraman is ideally performed in the afternoon/evening period, and one should follow the timing prescribed by one’s local sangh, guru, upashray, or temple tradition.

Explanation

In Deravasi practice:

• Samvatsari Pratikraman is the most important annual Pratikraman of Paryushan.
• It is generally performed on the day of Samvatsari, before the day ends.
• Many sanghs arrange it in the afternoon so that it can be completed properly and peacefully.
• If your sangh has scheduled it at 1:30 PM, then it is acceptable to attend at that time.

Spiritual Understanding

The main purpose of Samvatsari Pratikraman is:

• to repent for mistakes committed knowingly or unknowingly,
• to ask forgiveness from all living beings,
• to purify one’s thoughts, words, and actions,
• and to cultivate Michhami Dukkadam with true humility.

The inner feeling of repentance, forgiveness, and self-purification is very important.

Takeaway

Doing Samvatsari Pratikraman at 1:30 PM is generally acceptable in Deravasi tradition, especially if guided by your sangh or guru. For exact observance, follow your local Deravasi sangh/guru bhagwant’s instruction.