Can a woman perform Shradh in Gaya?

Yes. While traditionally the eldest son is the primary performer of Shradh rites, Hindu shastras explicitly permit daughters, daughters-in-law, wives, and other family members to perform Shradh when a son is not available or able to do so. In modern practice, many families perform Gaya Shradh with the eldest available family member — regardless of gender — as the primary performer. Our pandits are experienced in guiding female performers through the complete ritual with full scriptural validity.