| Category | Shraddh Puja |
Varsh Shradha is a Hindu ritual performed on the first death anniversary of a deceased person, conducted precisely one year after their passing. This Puja is typically led by the eldest son or children of the deceased. The ceremony is essential for paying homage to the ancestors, and it is believed to bring blessings from the departed soul while also mitigating any ancestral curses or Pitru Dosha.
The ritual involves several key practices, starting with the offering of Pinda Daan, which includes rice balls mixed with ghee, curd, honey, and sugar. This is followed by Tarpan, where water mixed with black sesame (til) is offered. The ceremony concludes with a meal offered to a Brahmin priest, who leads the Puja.
In cases where the exact date of death is unknown or it is not possible to perform the Shraddha on that date, the ceremony can be done on "Pitru Paksha Amavasya," also known as Paternal Immersion or Sarva Pitru Amavasya.
For those in Indore seeking assistance with conducting Varsh Shradha, Dr. P.T. Chandra Bhushan Vyas of Alark Jyotish Vastu Karmkand Research Kendra is recognized for offering commendable services for this ritual.
