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Pitru Paksha 2026: Begins September 27, Concludes with Amavasya; Know Shraddh Dates
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News18•20-09-2026, 19:01
Pitru Paksha 2026: Begins September 27, Concludes with Amavasya; Know Shraddh Dates
- •Pitru Paksha 2026 will commence on September 27 and conclude on October 10 with Sarvapitru Amavasya.
- •During this period, rituals like Shraddh, Tarpan, and Pind Daan are performed to honor ancestors.
- •Shraddh is performed on the ancestor's death tithi; if unknown, it can be done on Sarvapitru Amavasya.
- •Feeding Brahmins, donating clothes and grains, and performing acts of charity are also part of the observances.
- •Sarvapitru Amavasya is the most significant day for performing Shraddh for all known and unknown ancestors.
Key Questions Answered
Pitru Paksha 2026 begins on September 27 with Pratipada Shraddha and concludes on October 10 with Sarvapitru Amavasya, while Bhadrapada Purnima Shraddha takes place on September 26, 2026.
Shraddh is traditionally performed on the exact lunar tithi (lunar day) during Pitru Paksha on which the ancestor passed away. If the exact death tithi is unknown, the rituals should be performed on Sarvapitru Amavasya.
The main rituals during Pitru Paksha include Shraddh, Tarpan, and Pind Daan, where ancestors are remembered by offering items like sesame seeds in water, alongside feeding Brahmins and making charitable donations.
