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Pitru Paksha

A fortnight devoted to remembrance and offerings for ancestors.

Pitru Paksha: quiet riverside ghat with brass tarpan vessel, black sesame and simple offerings, illustrated with the CodingMantra monk

When is it celebrated?

Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India · Gujarati Amanta · IST

2026 · This year

Through

Bhadarvo, Vad Padvo · Past

Checked 2026-10-04 · Drik Panchang

2027 · Next year

Through

Bhadarvo, Vad Padvo · Upcoming

Checked 2026-10-04 · Drik Panchang

Local temple and community observances may differ. These are festival dates; consult your local Panchang for puja timings.

About the festival

A fortnight devoted to remembrance and offerings for ancestors.

Worship and observance

Perform shraddha and tarpan as guided by family tradition and give to charity.

Topics: Gujarat · Hindu festival

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