- By Kashish Rai
- Wed, 10 Sep 2025 10:56 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Bharani Shraddha 2025: Maha Bharani Shradhha or Bharani Shradh takes place when the Bharani Nakshatra aligns with Mahalaya Pitru Paksha. This Shradh is performed for the family members who left for the heavenly journey during this Nakshatra. This ceremony is regarded as very important since Lord Yama, who oversees death is linked to Bharani Nakshatra. Performing Shraddha rituals on this day for all ancestors is believed to bring great blessings. In 2025, the Bharani Nakshatra will be on September 11, which coincides with Panchami Tithi. Doing Tarpan on Bharani or Rohini Nakshatra is believed to be as meaningful as doing it at Gaya Tirth which is considered to be the most sacred place for performing Shradh rituals.
Check out all the significant details regarding the date, timings, significance and tarpan vidhi for the Maha Bharani Shradhha below:
Bharani Shradhha 2025: Date And Time
- Bharani Shradhha 2025 Date: 11th September 2025, Thursday
- Bharani Nakshatra Begins: 01:58 PM, 11th September 2025
- Bharani Nakshatra Ends: 11:58 AM, 12th September 2025
- Kutup Muhurat: 11:54 AM to 12:43 PM
- Rohina Muhurat: 12:43 PM to 01:32 PM
- Aparahna Muhurat: 01:32 PM to 03:58 PM
Bharani Shradhha 2025: Significance
Bharani Shraddha is observed during Pitru Paksha when the Bharani Nakshatra occurs in the afternoon. This typically happens on either the fourth or fifth day of Mahalaya or Pitru Paksha. If the Nakshatra is on the fourth day, it is called Chauth Bharani and if it falls on the fifth, it is termed as Bharani Panchami. Sometimes, the Bharani Shradh falls on the third day, so it is not fixed to a specific date.
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Maha Bharani Shraddha is observed during the Bharani Nakshatra falling during the sacred days of Pitru Paksha. (Image Source: Canva)
The Maha Bharani Shraddha is considered to be highly significant, with benefits similar to those of the Gaya Shraddha. Though the Bharani Shraddha is usually performed after a person dies during this Nakshatra, some Hindu texts say that it can be done every year. These rituals are Parvan Shraddhas and are best done at sacred timings like Kutup Muhurat or Rohina Muhurat, before the afternoon ends. Offering water, called Tarpan is performed at the end of this day to honour those who have passed away.
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Bharani Shradhha 2025: Tarpan Vidhi
The Kurma Purana and Agni Purana highlight the special importance of Bharani Nakshatra for performing ancestor rituals. Offering Tarpan during this Nakshatra is believed to help remove physical, mental, family and financial issues. Scriptures like the Vayu Purana and Shraddha Prakash also describe the spiritual benefits of performing this Shraddha. According to Hindu beliefs, performing Shraddha rites on Bharani Nakshatra can help remove doshas such as Kaal Sarp Dosh, bringing peace and balance to one’s life. On this day, devotees must face south and use a bronze vessel filled with water to offer Tarpan to their departed ancestors during the afternoon. The offerings are made with sacred items like sesame seeds, barley, black lentils, rice and kusha grass, making the ritual a meaningful way to honour one’s ancestors.
(Disclaimer: This content includes advice providing generic information only. It is in no way a substitute for qualified spiritual or astrological opinion. Always consult a specialist for more information before adopting any measures.)
