Topic: pitru-dosha-upay

According to the Skanda Purana, chanting the Baglamukhi Mantra (Om Hleem Baglamukhi Sarvadushtanam Vacham Mukham Stambhaya) paralyzes the speech and wicked intellect of hidden enemies and false accusers within the family.

You should offer Arghya (Water) mixed with Roli (Red Vermilion), Rice (Akshat), Sugar/Jaggery, and Red Flowers. For food (Bhog), Kheer made from wheat or rice is considered highly auspicious.

Vyatipata is an inauspicious yoga in the Panchang indicating sudden obstacles or "falls." It is advised to avoid signing important contracts or starting journeys during this specific yoga.

The Vrat Katha revolves around the ancient King Nala of the Nishadha kingdom and his devoted wife, Queen Damayanti. It tells the story of how they lost their kingdom in gambling and regained it through the power of this fast.