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Performing ancestral rites correctly requires authentic knowledge. Our guides are written by Vedic scholars and ritual specialists who have spent decades at the sacred kshetras of Pithapuram, Gaya, and Kashi. Whether you are new to Pitru karma or seeking deeper understanding, these articles are your trusted reference.

Pitru Paksha 2026 ancestral rituals at Padagaya Pithapuram
Festival Guide
March 15, 20268 min read

Pitru Paksha 2026: Complete Guide to Ancestral Rituals at Padagaya

Pitru Paksha 2026 falls from September 7 to September 22. This sacred 16-day period, also called Mahalaya Paksha or Shraddha Paksha, is the most powerful time of the year to perform ancestral rites. At Padagaya in Pithapuram — the Pada Gaya of the holy trinity — rituals performed during Pitru Paksha are said to carry ten times the merit of those performed at any other time. In this complete guide, we cover which rituals to perform, auspicious tithis for 2026, how to prepare, what to bring to Pithapuram, and how NRI families can participate remotely.

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Pinda Pradanam vs Shraddha Karma — differences explained
Ritual Guide
February 28, 20266 min read

Pinda Pradanam vs Shraddha Karma: What's the Difference?

Many devotees arrive at Padagaya unsure whether they should perform Pinda Pradanam or Shraddha Karma — or both. These two ancient Vedic rituals serve different purposes and are prescribed for different circumstances in the Dharmashastra. This article explains the purpose of each ritual, when each should be performed, whether they can be combined, and the correct procedure.

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NRI families performing ancestral rituals remotely through Padagaya
NRI Guide
February 10, 20267 min read

How NRI Families Can Perform Ancestral Rituals Remotely from Abroad

Thousands of Hindu families settled outside India face the same heartfelt dilemma: their ancestors have passed on, the Pitru Paksha arrives every year, and they cannot travel to India. Padagaya was built to solve this problem. Our team of experienced Vedic priests at Pithapuram performs rituals on your behalf with live video.

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The sacred legend of Gayasura and Pada Gaya Pithapuram
Sacred History
January 22, 20269 min read

The Sacred Legend of Gayasura and Why Pithapuram is Pada Gaya

The legend of Gayasura is one of the most profound myths in Hindu cosmology — and it is the reason why Pithapuram is revered as one of the three holiest places for ancestral liberation on earth. This article explores the complete legend, its Puranic sources, and the significance of Lord Vishnu's paduka at Pada Gaya Sarovar.

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Narayana Bali Puja for Pitru Dosha at Padagaya Pithapuram
Ritual Guide
January 5, 20267 min read

10 Signs You Need Narayana Bali Puja for Pitru Dosha

Pitru Dosha is one of the most misunderstood concepts in Vedic astrology and dharma. Narayana Bali Puja is the prescribed remedy for souls who departed unnaturally. In this article, we discuss ten signs that your family may be experiencing Pitru Dosha and how Narayana Bali Puja addresses the root cause.

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