Pitru Paksha, also known as Shraddha Paksha, is a sacred 16-day lunar period dedicated to paying homage to one’s ancestors (Pitrus) through Pind Pradhan and Tarpan (offerings of food and water). These rituals help bring peace to departed souls and remove ancestral imbalances (Pitru Dosh).
According to the Hindu lunar calendar, Pitru Paksha falls in the Bhadrapada–Ashwin months.
South & West India follow it in Bhadrapada month
North India observes it in Ashwin month
Pitru Paksha begins after the Full Moon (Purnima) and concludes on Mahalaya Amavasya, the most important day for Shraddha rituals.
Pitru Paksha 2026 will begin on:
27 August 2026 (Thursday)
Pitru Paksha 2026 will end on:
10 September 2026 (Thursday – Mahalaya Amavasya)
Total Duration: 16 Lunar Days
पितृ पक्ष, जिसे श्राद्ध पक्ष भी कहा जाता है, हिंदू धर्म में पूर्वजों को तृप्त करने के लिए समर्पित 16 दिवसीय काल है।
वर्ष 2026 में पितृ पक्ष 27 अगस्त (गुरुवार) से शुरू होकर 10 सितंबर (गुरुवार – महालया अमावस्या) को समाप्त होगा।
According to Hindu scriptures, humans are born with three debts (ऋण):
Dev Rin – debt to Gods
Rishi Rin – debt to sages
Pitru Rin – debt to ancestors
Pitru Paksha is the only time when ancestors are believed to visit the earthly realm. By performing Shraddha:
Ancestors receive peace and liberation
Blessings of Santana (progeny), Santrupti (happiness), and Sampath (wealth) are bestowed
Devata Pujas become more fruitful after Pitru Karya
Hence, Pitru Paksha rituals are considered essential afterlife samskaras.
Pitru Paksha is known by different names across India:
Sola Shraddh
Mahalaya Paksha
Apara Paksha
Pitri Pokkho
Kanagat
Jitiya
Pitru Paksha
⏱ Total Duration: 60 to 120+ minutes (depends on puja type)
Sankalpa (Vow with lineage details)
Vinayaka Pooja
Paada Pooja
Vishnu Pooja & Vishnu Deva Archana
Pitru Archana
Pitru, Pitha Maha, Prapita Maha
Mata, Pitha Mahi, Prapita Mahi
Anna Pooja
Brahmana Aaradhane
Pind Pradhan
Tarpan
Daan & Bhojana
| Shraddha Type | Description | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Pind Pradhan with Tarpan | Basic ancestral ritual | ₹5,000 |
| Tripindi Shraddha | For Anna, Vastra & Dravya Lobha | ₹7,000 |
| Narayan Bali Puja | Pitru Dosh Nivaran | ₹12,000 |
| Narayan Bali + Tripindi Shraddha | Complete Pitru Kalyan Puja | ₹15,000 |
All pujas are performed strictly as per Vedic standards
Narayan Bali Puja is done for:
Untimely death
Pitru Dosh
Ancestral disturbances
Tripindi Shraddha helps pacify unmet ancestral desires related to food, clothing, and wealth
???? Online Puja Option Available
10–15 minute ritual video shared via WhatsApp / Email
Puja conducted individually (no group pujas)
Sankalpa taken using devotee’s gotra & ancestor names
Pitru Paksha Shraddha 2026 is a sacred opportunity to express gratitude toward ancestors and ensure peace for departed souls. Performing Shraddha during this period removes ancestral obstacles and brings harmony, prosperity, and divine grace to the family.
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