Similar to Prayagraj, faith is foremost! Practically, for Shraddh in Gaya:
- Bring details of your ancestors (names, gotra if known, relation).
- Wear simple, clean clothes (dhoti/kurta, saree/suit preferred; avoid black, leather items during rituals).
- Carry basic toiletries and personal medicines, as facilities at some outdoor vedis in Gaya might be basic.
- Most specific puja samagri (rice flour, barley, sesame, kusha, etc.) required for the Shraddh in Gaya will be arranged by your Gayawal Panda as part of the service. You don’t need to bring these raw materials.
- Bring funds for dakshina and potential daan.