Pitra Dosha Remedies
Pitra Dosha remedies are traditional practices, such as tarpan, shraddha, feeding the needy and remembering ancestors on amavasya, used when the chart shows an ancestral (pitru) affliction. They are understood as acts of remembrance and gratitude rather than ways to remove a curse.
When are these remedies recommended?
They are recommended when the condition is confirmed in your chart and not cancelled by other factors.
- The Sun, the 9th house or its lord is afflicted by Rahu, Saturn or Ketu
- Recurring family patterns across generations
- Ancestral rites that have not been performed
Traditional remedies at a glance
Most remedies combine a mantra, a weekly practice and a form of daan (charity).
| Key rites | Tarpan (water with black sesame) and shraddha |
|---|---|
| Timing | Amavasya (new moon) and Pitru Paksha |
| Daan | Food, clothes and necessities for the needy in ancestors’ names |
| Traditional practice | Feeding cows, crows and dogs |
| Puja | Pitra Dosha Shanti Puja |
Everyday practices that help:
- Keep a photo or memory of ancestors and light a lamp on amavasya
- Look after elderly family members
- Give regularly to causes your family valued
Frequently asked questions
Can I do these remedies outside India?
Yes. Tarpan and daan can be done at home or in a local temple in Australia.
Do I need a priest?
For shraddha, ideally. Simple tarpan and daan can be done yourself.
Is Pitra Dosha a curse?
No. It is traditionally seen as an ancestral debt honoured through remembrance.
Get remedies matched to your chart
Book a consultation with Arjun for a personal remedy plan, or order the All Remedies Report for written recommendations. For stronger support, see the related puja or browse all Vedic remedies.
Pujas and remedies are traditional spiritual practices offered in good faith. Their effects are personal and can’t be guaranteed, and they are not a substitute for medical, legal, financial or psychological advice. See our disclaimer.