🪔 About Pitrupaksh Begins

On this day, Lord Vishnu is worshipped as Satyanarayan, the Lord who fulfils a devotee’s wishes.

It is also the start of Pitrupaksh, a 15-day lunar period during which people pray so their ancestors can ascend to higher realms. They offer food and water, give to charity, and pray with devotion. Help your ancestors reach higher realms of existence and support their healing by offering your devotion at Bhagvan’s feet today.

🙏 How to Do Pooja

Recommended Ritual: Eight-lettered Mantra Jap of Sri Hari

  1. Wake up early and take a bath.
  2. Clean your home and puja space thoroughly.
  3. Perform the recommended ritual with devotion.
  4. Offer flowers, fruits, and incense.
  5. Chant mantras or prayers specific to this occasion.
  6. Conclude with aarti and distribute prasad.

✅ Do's & Don'ts

✅ Do's

  • Wake up early, bathe, and wear clean clothes.
  • Light a lamp and perform simple puja of your chosen deity.
  • Do japa, meditation, and short stotra/recitation.
  • Keep the day sattvic and peaceful; practice self-reflection and gratitude.
  • Donate if possible (food, milk, fruits) or help someone in need.

⚠️ Don'ts

  • Avoid eggs, non-vegetarian food, and alcohol.
  • Avoid anger, gossip, criticism, and harsh speech.
  • Avoid heavy/oily food and excessive sleep; keep the day simple and sattvic.