Khushi RawatUpdated 06 Oct 2026 01:50 PM IST
In the Hindu Dharm, Sarva Pitru Amavasya is considered the most important day of Pitru Paksha. This day is dedicated to performing Shraddha, Tarpan, and charity in the name of all those ancestors whose death date is known or whose Shraddh was not performed for some reason during Pitru Paksha. It is believed that on this day our ancestors return from the earth to their home world. On the day of Sarva Pitru Amavasya, food is given to the needy people with devotion, and donations are made to satisfy ancestors. Along with this, blessings of happiness and good fortune are given. Here, we will tell you which donation is considered beneficial on Sarva Pitru Amavasya.
Black sesame holds great significance in ancestral work. Black sesame seed is considered the symbol of Lord Vishnu. Donating black sesame and kusha on this day makes your ancestors happy and removes negativity.
Donating wheat, rice, urad dal, and green vegetables on Sarva Pitru Amavasya is known as Mahadaan. Donating raw food grains to a needy person removes poverty, and the grain store of the house is always full.
Donating new clothes to please the ancestors is considered favourable. Gift new clothes to a needy person and a saree or chunari to a poor woman in the name of female ancestors.
According to religious beliefs, donating shoes or slippers to a poor person on Sarva Pitru Amavasya removes the evils related to Rahu, Ketu, and Saturn.
Donating pure desi ghee, jaggery, and milk on this day strengthens the Sun and Jupiter. This also increases respect in society and ends the differences between family members.
Right time: Perform charity during the afternoon hours. Do not do Pitra Daan early in the morning or at night.
Donate with a pure heart: Always donate with a true heart, and there should not be any feeling of pride in the mind while donating.
Donations: Offer donations to needy people.
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