Pitru Paksha 2026 🌑 Pitru Paksha 2026 – Dates, Rituals, Tithi List & Significance What is Pitru Paksha? Pitru Paksha (literally “Fortnight of the Ancestors”) is a 16-day lunar period in the Hindu calendar dedicated to honoring our ancestors (Pitrs). Falling in the month of Bhadrapada (September-October), this period is crucial for performing Shradh, Tarpan,...
Pitru Paksha 2026 is observed from September 27, 2026 (Sunday) to October 10, 2026 (Saturday). This 16-day lunar period is dedicated entirely to paying homage to our ancestors (Pitrs). During this fortnight, following the Vedic rules and regulations properly becomes extremely important to ensure the peace of the departed souls. During Pitru Paksha, Hindus strictly...