Pitru Dosh arises from unfulfilled desires or misdeeds of ancestors, signifying an unpaid karmic debt that affects the entire family line. Its symptoms include repeated failures, chronic illnesses, delayed marriage, and problems with progeny.

Astrological Diagnosis:

Pitra Dosh is typically identified by the conjunction or aspect of the Sun (Father/Pitra) or Moon (Mother/Mind) with Rahu or Ketu, especially in the 5th or 9th house.

Remedies for Ancestral Peace and Liberation:

Shraddha Rituals: The most direct remedy is performing Tarpan (water offerings) and Pind Daan (rice-ball offerings) rituals, especially during the 15-day Pitra Paksha (fortnight of ancestors).

Specific Pujas: For severe or specific cases (like unnatural death), performance of Narayan Bali and Tripindi Shraddha at sacred sites like Gaya or Trimbakeshwar is mandatory.

Feeding and Charity:

Feeding Crows: Offer food and water to crows daily, as they are considered messengers of the ancestors.

Donations: Donate food, clothes, and money to Brahmins and the underprivileged on Amavasya (New Moon Day).

Worship: Regularly worship Lord Vishnu and recite the Bhagavad Gita to grant the ancestors moksha (liberation).