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Pitru Paksha 2025: Dos and Don’ts for Honoring Ancestors

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Pitru Paksha 2025: Dos and Don'ts for Honoring AncestorsSaralnama

Pitru Paksha, a 16-day period to honor ancestors, begins. From to, Hindus perform Shraddha rituals, offer food to Brahmins and the needy, and maintain cleanliness. They chant mantras and observe Tarpan rituals., people avoid non-vegetarian food, haircuts, and new clothes. They refrain from planning auspicious events or disrespecting elders. Next, families can resume normal activities after Pitru Paksha ends. (Updated 6 Sep 2025, 18:17 IST; source: link)

Key Points

  • Pitru Paksha, a 16-day period to honor ancestors, begins
  • From to, Hindus perform Shraddha rituals, offer food to Brahmins and the needy, and maintain cleanliness
  • They chant mantras and observe Tarpan rituals., people avoid non-vegetarian food, haircuts, and new clothes