Adhura Punya (अधूरा पुण्य)

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Hindus believe that performing Shradh in Pitru Paksha liberates the ancestors and makes them happy. The rituals of Shradh are performed according to Hindu traditions under a lot of restrictions. Some foods are avoided during this time.

Mauli (the sacred red–yellow thread tied on the wrist during pujas) is not tied during Pitru Paksha puja because the rites performed in this period are meant exclusively for the Pitrus (ancestors) and not for the Devas.

Radha Ashtami is an important Hindu festival dedicated to Devi Radha Rani. This festival is celebrated with prayers, fasting, kirtan and bhajan.

In Navratri, nine forms of Maa Durga are worshiped by bidhi. Along with this, Ashtami and Navami dates are considered very special, because these days there is also a rule of kanya pujan. It is believed that kanya pujan in Navratri brings happiness and prosperity. Due to this, Maa Durga is soon pleased.

Food items that you can consume during Navratri. It provides right amount of proteins, carbohydrates and vitamins as per its requirement.

Ghatasthapna will be celebrated on Sunday, 11 October 2026. It is a ritual followed during the 9-day Navratri festival.