Tue Sep 17 09:01:51 UTC 2024: ## Pitru Paksha 2024 Concludes on October 2nd with Sarva Pitru Amavasya
**Jodhpur, September 17, 2024:** The 16-day long Pitru Paksha, a period dedicated to paying homage to ancestors, will come to an end on October 2nd, 2024, with the observance of Sarva Pitru Amavasya. This auspicious occasion is considered a time when ancestors are believed to descend upon Earth. During this period, Hindus perform various rituals like shraddha, tarpan, and pind daan to appease the spirits of their forefathers.
The Pitru Paksha began on September 17th and has seen many families participating in the rituals across the country.
It is crucial to consult a priest or almanac to determine the precise timings of the shraddha ceremonies for specific ancestors based on their lunar birth stars.
First Piper 