
Shraddha Paksha is observed as a sacred 15-day lunar period from September 26 to October 10, dedicated to honoring ancestors through rites that bridge the physical and spiritual realms. During this "fortnight of ancestors," Hindus perform rituals such as Tarpan (libations of water and sesame seeds) and Pind Daan (offering of rice balls) to provide peace and nourishment to the souls […]