Tarpan is a ritual performed in remembrance of forefathers on Mahalaya. Women were seen in huge numbers in the protests at the Academy of Fine Arts, Jadavpur 8B Stand, Ruby Crossing and other places.

This ceremony is known as ‘tarpan’ or ‘Shraddha’. The Shraddha is performed for three generation of ‘Pitrs’. During this time the Hindus offer food and prayers to the ancestors. This practice is done ...

The month of Magha is the 11th month in the traditional Hindu calendar that is considered propitious for performing Pitru Tarpan, Snan, Daan and Yagna. These activities performed during this time are ...