What Is Pitru Dosh? 

Pitra Dosh is not the curse of our ancestors or forefathers. It is a Karmic Debt of the ancestors which needs to be paid by the person affiliated with Pitru Dosh in the natives’ horoscope.
In simple words, a Pitru Dosh is formed in the horoscope of a person, when his/her forefathers have committed any mistakes, crimes or sins in their life journey. So in return, the person is deemed to pay the Karmic debt by experiencing different punishments decided for those debts in different spheres of life.
The person has to go through this until the debt is cleared either by taking the punishment or by replacing it with performing good actions. Read more to know about Pitra Dosh and its affiliation with Gokarna!

Signs to indentify Pitra Dosh

Malefic Placement of Sun and Rahu - Pitra Dosha is often associated with the malefic placement of the Sun and Rahu in the birth chart. When these two celestial bodies are positioned in the same house, it is considered a strong indicator of ancestral afflictions. The Sun represents the father, while Rahu signifies the ancestors, and their unfavourable gnment is believed to trigger Pitra Dosha

Unexplained Obstacles in Ancestral Property Matters - Individuals with Pitra Dosha may encounter persistent obstacles and disputes related to ancestral property matters. These issues can manifest as legal disputes, family conflicts, or unexplained delays in inheritance. The dosha is thought to disrupt the harmony in family matters, especially concerning ancestral wealth and possessions

Chronic Health Problems in the Family - Anomalies in the health of family members can be another sign of Pitra Dosha. This may bring chronic illnesses, unexplained ailments, or a series of health challenges affecting multiple generations. In Vedic astrology, the positioning of malefic planets in specific houses can be linked to health issues, and Pitra Dosha is no exception.

Unfulfilled Ancestral Rituals and Offerings - Pitra Dosha is believed to result from the neglect of ancestral rituals and offerings. If there has been a lapse in performing essential ceremonies such as Shraddha or Tarpana during Pitra paksha period is thought to attract the dosha. Observing the prescribed rituals and paying homage to ancestors is considered a remedy to mitigate the effects of Pitra Dosha.

Repeated Instances of Family Discord- Discord and strained relationships within the family, especially across generations, may be indicative of Pitra Dosha. The dosha is said to carry forward unresolved issues from ancestors, leading to familial tensions and conflicts. Astrologers often analyse the planetary positions to identify the root cause and recommend appropriate remedies.

Unexplained Failures and Setbacks - Pitra Dosha can also manifest as unexplained failures and setbacks in various aspects of life. Despite sincere efforts, individuals may face obstacles in their professional, personal, or educational pursuits. Astrologers attribute these challenges to the dosha, emphasizing the need for specific remedies to appease the ancestors and seek their blessings