Shradh is the annual rite through which a family honours its departed elders and offers them peace. During Pitru Paksha — about 16 to 29 September 2027 — many families perform Shradh on the tithi their ancestor passed away, or on Sarva Pitri Amavasya (about 29 September 2027) if the tithi is not known. Vandanam arranges a verified Vedic pandit who performs the complete Shradh vidhi — tarpan, pind daan, brahmin bhoj sankalp and the closing prayers — at your home, with all samagri included.
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What is Shradh?
Shradh (श्राद्ध) is a set of offerings — water (tarpan), rice balls (pind daan) and food — made to three generations of paternal and maternal ancestors so that their souls receive nourishment and move forward peacefully. It is performed once a year on the death tithi (Barsi / Varshik Shradh) and collectively during Pitru Paksha. Pind Daan is the part of the ritual where cooked-rice pindas are offered and then given to a cow, crow or flowing water.
Why families choose Vandanam for Shradh
- Verified pandits who know regional Shradh vidhi (North Indian, Maharashtrian, and more) and can perform it in your family tradition.
- Right tithi, right time. Tell us the ancestor’s passing tithi or choose Sarva Pitri Amavasya — we schedule the pandit for the correct part of the day (aparahna kaal).
- Complete samagri — kush, black sesame (kala til), jau, rice, milk and all patra — carried by the pandit. Nothing to arrange.
- Done with dignity, at home. No travel to Gaya or Haridwar required for the annual rite.
- Transparent pricing shared before you book. No add-ons on the day.
Pitru Paksha 2027 — key dates
| Day | Date | Common use |
|---|---|---|
| Pratipada Shradh | about 16 Sep 2027 | First day of Pitru Paksha |
| Ashtami / Navami Shradh | dates confirmed closer to the time | Matri Navami (for departed mothers) |
| Sarva Pitri Amavasya | about 29 Sep 2027 | For any ancestor whose tithi is unknown; last day |
What’s included
- Sankalp and invocation of the pitras
- Tarpan (water offering with til and kush)
- Pind Daan — preparation and offering of pindas
- Brahmin bhoj sankalp / daan as per your tradition
- Closing prayers for the peace and onward journey of the ancestors
- All samagri and patra
Who should perform Shradh
The eldest son traditionally performs Shradh, but in his absence any son, grandson, brother, nephew, or — where the family accepts it — a daughter or wife may perform it. Our pandit will guide the karta through every step.
How booking works
- Tell us the details — the ancestor’s passing tithi (or choose Sarva Pitri Amavasya), your city and address.
- We confirm a verified pandit, the time slot and the all-inclusive price on WhatsApp.
- Pandit arrives with all samagri and performs the complete vidhi.
- You receive guidance on the daan and closing observances.
Frequently asked questions
What are the Shradh dates in 2027?
Pitru Paksha 2027 runs from about 16 to 29 September. Sarva Pitri Amavasya, used when the death tithi is unknown, falls on about 29 September 2027. We confirm the exact tithi dates closer to the time.
Can Shradh and Pind Daan be done at home?
Yes. The annual Shradh and Pind Daan are routinely performed at home by a qualified pandit. A pilgrimage to Gaya is optional and usually done once, not every year.
I don’t know the exact tithi my father passed away. What do I do?
Perform his Shradh on Sarva Pitri Amavasya (about 29 September 2027). Our pandit can also help you work out the tithi from the English date.
Can a daughter or wife perform Shradh?
In many families, yes — especially when there is no son available. Tell us your situation and the pandit will perform the sankalp accordingly.
What should the family arrange?
Only a clean space, and ideally a south-facing spot for the ritual. The pandit brings all samagri including til, kush, jau and rice.
Do you serve my city?
Vandanam serves Delhi NCR (Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad, Faridabad and Greater Noida).
Book your Shradh puja for Pitru Paksha 2027
Message us on WhatsApp with the tithi and your city, or fill the form below.
Quick answer
Shradh is the annual rite through which a family honours its departed elders with tarpan (water), pind daan (rice balls) and food offerings, performed on the death tithi and collectively during Pitru Paksha, or on Sarva Pitri Amavasya if the tithi is unknown. Vandanam Puja Services arranges a verified Vedic pandit who performs the complete vidhi at your home in Delhi NCR with all samagri, so no travel to Gaya or Haridwar is needed.