What materials are needed for Pind Daan in Haridwar and can they be bought locally?

Common materials include rice flour, barley flour (jau atta), black sesame seeds (kala til), honey, ghee, milk, Kusha grass (darbha), flowers, fruits, betel leaves/nuts, Chandan (sandalwood paste), and white thread. Yes, these materials are readily available in shops around the Ghats and temple areas in Haridwar. Many Pind Daan service packages offered by Pandits or online platforms include the cost of samagri.