Which is better — Gaya, Prayagraj, or Varanasi for Pind Daan?

Each city serves a distinct purpose. Gaya is the most powerful site specifically for ancestral liberation (Pitr-mukti). Prayagraj is prescribed for purification before Gaya. Varanasi is especially important for ancestors who died in accidental or sudden circumstances. If you can only visit one city, the scriptures point to Gaya as the primary destination for Pind Daan.