Pitrupaksha Begins — The Fortnight of Ancestral Offerings

Pitrupaksha (also called Shraddha Paksha or Mahalaya Paksha) is a 16-day lunar period in the Hindu calendar dedicated to honoring and offering prayers to deceased ancestors (Pitrus). It begins on the full moon day of Bhadrapada and ends on the new moon of Ashwin (Mahalaya Amavasya). During this period, Hindus perform Shraddha — rituals of food, water, and prayer offered to the souls of departed ancestors — believing this brings peace to their souls and blessings to the living family. It is a time of gratitude, remembrance, and sacred duty to one’s lineage.

This date is noted on our temple calendar as an observance for devotees’ reference. There is no scheduled program or gathering at the temple for this occasion. Devotees are welcome to make offerings at home or during regular temple hours.