Wed Sep 18 06:13:50 UTC 2024: ## Pitru Paksha 2024: 16-Day Period to Honor Ancestors Begins on September 17th
**New Delhi, India**: The 16-day Hindu festival of Pitru Paksha, dedicated to honoring ancestors and ensuring their peace, will commence on September 17, 2024, and conclude on October 2, 2024, on the occasion of Sarva Pitru Amavasya.
During this period, Hindus perform special rituals, prayers, and observe fasts to appease the spirits of their departed loved ones. It is believed that these actions bring peace to the ancestors and ensure their blessings upon the family.
According to the Hindu calendar, Pitru Paksha begins on the full moon day of Bhadrapada month and ends on the new moon day of Ashwin month. This year, the full moon falls on September 17, 2024, marking the beginning of Pitru Paksha.
The most auspicious time to offer water to ancestors is between 11:30 AM and 12:30 PM, as per astrological beliefs.
Pitru Paksha is a time for remembrance and honoring ancestors, with rituals like shraddha and pindadaan believed to offer them peace and contentment. These acts are also considered beneficial for the family, bringing prosperity and harmony.
**Disclaimer:** The information provided is based on religious beliefs and traditions and should not be interpreted as scientific fact.
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