When should I perform annual Shradh at Garh Mukteshwar?

Shradh at Garh Mukteshwar can be performed throughout the year, but these periods are most significant:

Pitrupaksha (September–October) — The 16-day ancestral fortnight is the most powerful period for Shradh across India. During Pitrupaksha, thousands of families from Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Meerut, and surrounding areas gather at Brij Ghat for Shradh. Each tithi (lunar day) is dedicated to specific ancestors — performing Shradh on the correct tithi matching your ancestor’s death date maximises the spiritual benefit.

Death anniversary (Varshik Shradh) — The annual Tithi of the ancestor’s passing is the primary date for annual Shradh observance.

Amavasya (new moon) — Every Amavasya is suitable for Tarpan and Shradh. Somvati Amavasya (Monday new moon) is especially powerful.

Kartik Mela period — The annual Kartik fair at Garh Mukteshwar (October–November) draws thousands of pilgrims, and performing Shradh during this period is considered additionally meritorious.