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Pitru Paksha — Mahalaya Paksha

Pitru Paksha — Mahalaya Paksha Date: 27 September 2026, Sunday Description Pitru Paksha, also known as Mahalaya Paksha, is a sacred period dedicated to remembering and honoring departed ancestors. It begins after Bhadrapada Purnima and continues for approximately fifteen days, culminating in Sarvapitru Amavasya. During this period, families perform traditional rituals such as Pitru Tarpana, Shraddha, and Pind Daan to express gratitude and respect toward their ancestors. Offerings of water, sesam