Pitru Paksha, occurring from September 18 to October 2 in 2024, is a revered Hindu period for honoring ancestors. Rituals such as Tarpan and Shradh are performed to bring peace to departed souls. These practices aim to alleviate Pitra Dosha,

Pitru Paksha is observed over a period of sixteen days when auspicious rituals such as Pind Daan, Shradh and Pitru Tarpan are performed.

Pitru Paksha 2024, running from September 17 to October 2, is a sacred period for honoring ancestors through rituals like Tarpan, Pinda Daan, and charity, while observing specific restrictions to ensure peace for the departed souls.

Pitru Paksha - also known as the Shradh period - starts on the Pratipada Tithi of Krishna Paksha in the month of Bhadrapada, according to the Hindu calender.

This period, starting on the Pratipada Tithi of Krishna Paksha in the Hindu month of Bhadrapada, is dedicated to honouring one’s ancestors and performing rituals to ensure peace for their souls and seek their blessings.

Pitru Paksha begins on September 18, 2024, and ends on October 2. This sacred period in Hinduism involves rituals like Pitru Tarpan and Pind Daan to honor ancestors who visit Earth for these 16 days.