PITRA DOSH PUJA

Pitru Dosh Puja is performed to remove Pitru Dosh (ancestral affliction) caused due to dissatisfied or unsatisfied ancestors. This dosh can arise because of improper Shraddha rituals, unnatural death, unfulfilled desires of ancestors, or ancestral karmic debts. Pitru Dosh often results in repeated obstacles, delays, family disputes, health issues, financial losses, and lack of peace in life.

To eliminate Pitru Dosh, Narayan Nagbali Puja and Tripindi Shraddha Vidhi are considered the most effective Vedic remedies.

Best Time to Perform Pitru Dosh Puja

Performing Pitru Dosh Puja during Pitru Paksha (पितृ पक्ष) is regarded as highly auspicious and spiritually powerful.

• Pitru Paksha Period: 5th to 19th September

• Pitru Paksha begins immediately after the Ganesh Festival

• It ends on Sarvapitri Amavasya (New Moon Day)

During this sacred period, Hindus perform Shraddha, Tarpan, and Pitru Dosh Nivaran rituals to seek blessings from ancestors and help their souls attain peace and higher spiritual realms.

Spiritual Belief Behind Pitru Paksha

According to Hindu scriptures, the souls of the three previous generations of ancestors reside in Pitru-loka, a realm situated between heaven and earth, ruled by Yama, the god of death.

• When a person dies, the soul is guided to Pitru-loka

• When a member of the next generation passes away, the oldest generation ascends to heaven and merges with the divine

• Therefore, Shraddha rites are offered only to the three generations residing in Pitru-loka

Yama plays a vital role in delivering Shraddha offerings to the ancestors and ensuring their spiritual progress.

Astrological Significance of Pitru Dosh Puja

As per Hindu epics:

• Pitru Paksha begins when the Sun enters Libra (Tula Rashi)

• At this time, ancestral souls are believed to descend from Pitru-loka and stay with their descendants

• They remain until the Sun enters Scorpio (Vrishchika Rashi) and the lunar cycle completes

This phase is known as the Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight), during which performing Pitru Dosh Puja gives maximum spiritual benefit.

Why Perform Pitru Dosh Puja?

Pitru Dosh Puja is recommended if you are facing:

• Repeated failures or stagnation in life

• Financial instability or continuous losses

• Delays in marriage or childbirth

• Health problems running in the family

• Frequent conflicts or lack of harmony at home

• Career blocks and educational hurdles

By performing Pitru Dosh Puja, ancestral souls attain peace and blessings, resulting in prosperity, stability, good health, and harmony for the family.

Where is Pitru Dosh Puja Performed?

Pitru Dosh Puja through Narayan Nagbali or Tripindi Shraddha Vidhi is traditionally performed only at
Trimbakeshwar Temple,
under the guidance of experienced Vedic pandits, following strict scriptural procedures.