You don't need to know the terminology

A short conversation about your family's situation — who has passed away, roughly when, and what your family has or hasn't done so far — is genuinely enough for Pt. Pritam Ji to understand what's needed and guide you from there. There's no expectation that you arrive already fluent in ritual vocabulary. For families more comfortable in English, Pt. Pritam Ji can explain each stage of the process in English throughout, so nothing feels like it's happening around you rather than with you.

What to prepare before you travel

  • The full name of the person the Pind Daan is being performed for, and their father's name if possible — used in the sankalp, the ritual declaration
  • A photograph, if you have one — helpful, though not mandatory
  • Simple white or light-coloured clothing for the rituals — most other materials are arranged locally in Gaya

None of these items need to be perfect or complete — even partial information is a useful starting point, and Pt. Pritam Ji will let you know clearly if anything further would help.

Getting in touch before you finalise travel

Because timing, local logistics and the sequence of rites all need to line up, it's best to contact Pt. Pritam Ji before booking your final travel dates rather than after. A short call ahead of time lets him understand your family's situation and advise on the right dates and duration, so your trip is planned with the ritual in mind from the start rather than fitted around it later.

Planning a Pind Daan visit from abroad?

Call or WhatsApp Pt. Pritam

How long the visit usually takes

Most NRI families complete their visit in one to three days, depending on the specific rites required. Pt. Pritam Ji plans the schedule around your travel window wherever possible, so your time in Gaya is used efficiently without feeling rushed.

Time zones and long-distance calls are rarely a real obstacle either — families usually find it easiest to message on WhatsApp first with a convenient time to talk, and take the call from wherever suits them. Some families also travel in stages, with one member visiting Gaya first to understand the process before the rest of the family joins for the main rites; others prefer to complete everything together in a single trip. Both approaches are common, and Pt. Pritam Ji can advise on which suits your family's circumstances.