Mahalaya Amavasya
Duration
Pitru Paksha is a sixteen-day period when people pay homage and pray for the salvation of their departed ancestors.
Lord Krishna's blessings
Vedic rituals are performed during this period to invoke Lord Krishna's blessings on them.
Blessed Families
By such performance of such charity during Pitru Paksha, you can help your ancestors move towards higher destinations. Your families will also be blessed with good health, peace and prosperity by the mercy of the Lord.
Vedic Rituals
On the occasion of Pitru Paksha, people offer special prayers or Shradh and donate liberally to charity in honour of their forefathers.
Pitru Paksha Seva
The shastras recommend to offer Annadana Seva, contribute towards Gau Seva and Sadhu Bhojana Seva during Pitru Paksha.
