Kathmandu — Sohra Shraddha, also known as Pitru Paksha, is an important Hindu observance dedicated to remembering and paying respect to deceased family members and ancestors.
The period traditionally lasts for 16 lunar days, during which families perform rituals such as Shraddha, Tarpan and Pinda Daan. These ceremonies are carried out with prayers and offerings including water, sesame seeds, rice and other ritual foods.
Families generally perform Shraddha on the lunar date, or tithi, connected with the death of a family member. The rituals are believed to express gratitude and respect toward ancestors and to pray for the peace of departed souls.
The final day of the period is observed on Aunsi or Amavasya, when many families also remember ancestors whose exact death tithi may not be known.
In Nepal, Sohra Shraddha remains an important part of Hindu religious and family tradition, reflecting values of remembrance, respect, gratitude and connection between generations.
