Complete Step-by-Step Guide to Matrugaya Shraddh Pooja at Siddhpur (With Checklist)

📍 Introduction

Matrugaya Shraddh Pooja is a sacred Vedic ritual done in Siddhpur, Gujarat, to bring peace to the soul of the mother (Pitru Shanti). According to ancient texts like Matsya Puran and Skanda Puran, Siddhpur is the only place in India where Pind Daan for mothers is performed. If you are planning to do this important ritual, this guide will help you with the complete process, right from preparations to completion—including a downloadable checklist.

✅ What Is Matrugaya Shraddh Pooja?

Matrugaya means "mother’s liberation." It is a unique form of Shraddh Karma done for one’s departed mother to ensure her soul attains peace and moksha (liberation).

Unlike Gaya Ji in Bihar (where rituals are done for fathers), Siddhpur is known for rituals done for the mother.

📅 Who Should Do This Pooja and When?

✔️ Who:

Anyone whose mother has passed away can perform this ritual, regardless of how long ago(minimum 3 to 5 years ) the death occurred.

📆 When:

• On the death anniversary (Tithi) of the mother

• During Pitru Paksha (15 days for ancestor worship, usually in September-October)

• On auspicious days like Amavasya or during the month of Margashirsha

📍 Why Siddhpur Is So Special for Matrugaya

• Siddhpur is on the bank of the holy Saraswati River.

• Lord Parashuram performed the Matrugaya Pooja here for his mother Renuka.

• According to Skanda Puran, the ritual done here has 100x spiritual impact.

• Pandits here follow the authentic Vedic Vidhi without shortcuts.

🪔 Step-by-Step Process of Matrugaya Pooja

1. Arrival & Sankalp (Vow-taking)

You arrive at Siddhpur and take a vow with your Pandit to perform the ritual with full faith.

2. Purification Rituals

You take a holy bath in the Saraswati River and wear clean clothes (preferably dhoti/kurta).

3. Gotra & Name Recitation

The Pandit recites your lineage and the name of your mother to connect spiritually with her soul.

4. Pind Daan

You offer rice balls (pinds) made of flour and black sesame seeds—this is symbolic food for the soul.

5. Tarpan Vidhi

Water is offered to ancestors while chanting mantras to request their blessings.

6. Brahman Bhojan

Food is served to Brahmins in memory of your mother’s soul, which completes the karma.

7. Dakshina & Blessings

After the rituals, you offer dakshina (donation) to the Pandit and seek blessings.

📋 Checklist for Matrugaya Pooja

ItemDetails

1️⃣Copy of Gotra and names of ancestors

2️⃣Dhoti or traditional dress (white clothes)

3️⃣Towel, soap, and personal items

4️⃣Rice, sesame seeds (if not provided)

5️⃣Fruits and sweets

6️⃣Cash for Dakshina

7️⃣One photo of the deceased (optional)

🌐 How to Book Matrugaya Pooja Online

You can book your complete Matrugaya Pooja package online through our website:
🔗 www.matrugayashraddhpooja.in

We provide:

• Verified and experienced Vedic Pandits

• Transparent pricing with no hidden charges

• All arrangements taken care of (Pooja items, Bhojan, stay)

• WhatsApp support and e-invoice

🙏 Conclusion

Performing Matrugaya Pooja in Siddhpur is not just a ritual—it's a way to honour your mother’s soul, express gratitude, and seek ancestral blessings for your life. This sacred duty should be done with purity, faith, and correct Vedic Vidhi.

If you're ready to perform this ritual or have any doubts, don’t hesitate to contact our team. We are here to help you every step of the way.

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