Pitru Paksha begins on September 27, 2026, following the Bhadrapada Purnima Shraddha, and extends for 15 days until Sarva Pitru Amavasya on October 10.
During this period, Hindu families honour deceased ancestors through traditional rituals such as Tarpan, Pinda Daan, food offerings, and charity.
Daily Shraddha ceremonies are performed according to specific ancestral lunar dates, with traditional muhurats like Kutup Muhurat guiding the timing of rituals.