Mahalaya Pitru Paksha

Mahalaya Pitru Paksha, also known as Pitru Paksha or Shraadh, is a Hindu ritual dedicated to honouring and paying respects to one’s ancestors and deceased relatives. It is observed during the lunar month of Bhadrapada, specifically during the Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight). The practice of Pitru Paksha is mentioned in various Hindu scriptures, including the…