Saralnama25 years after the last occurrence, villagers in Karauli Panchna Ba performed the ritual of offering prayers to ancestors (tarpan) in the flowing waters of the Gambhir River on Diwali. This tradition, observed on the new moon day of Diwali, is common in several Gurjar-majority villages in the region. Villagers first prepared kheer and pua as offerings in their homes. They then gathered at the river to perform the ritual. According to ancient beliefs, this act brings peace to the souls of ancestors. It's also considered beneficial for those who don't remember the exact death dates of their loved ones. (Updated 23 Oct 2025, 04:26 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- 25 years after the last occurrence, villagers in Karauli Panchna Ba performed the ritual of offering prayers to ancestors (tarpan) in the flowing waters of the Gambhir River on Diwali
- This tradition, observed on the new moon day of Diwali, is common in several Gurjar-majority villages in the region
- Villagers first prepared kheer and pua as offerings in their homes