What is Shraddham?
Shraddham (Taddinam, Shradh, Thithi) is the annual rite for a departed parent or relative, done on their death tithi with pinda pradanam, tila tarpanam and the feeding of Brahmins, so that the ancestor is satisfied for the year.
Shraddham in Machilipatnam
Telugu families call it Taddinam, done with homam, pindas and bhoktas (Brahmins invited to eat) on the tithi.
Pandits follow the Telugu Smarta and Vaishnava traditions: mantras are chanted in Sanskrit, and the sankalpam and explanations are given in Telugu. Muhurthams follow the Telugu panchangam (Chandramana calendar).
Vishnu temples in and around Machilipatnam
- Sri Panduranga Swamy Temple, Chilakalapudi
- Srikakula Andhra Mahavishnu Temple
Areas we cover in and around Machilipatnam
- Pedana
- Gudivada
- Avanigadda
- Challapalli
- Bantumilli
- Mopidevi
మచిలీపట్నంలో శ్రాద్ధం కోసం ధ్రువీకరించిన తెలుగు పురోహితులను Rutviju ద్వారా ఇంటి నుంచే బుక్ చేసుకోండి — దక్షిణ ₹4,550 నుండి. తేదీ, సమయం, చిరునామా ఇచ్చి ఆన్‌లైన్‌లో చెల్లించండి — మూడు దశల్లో బుకింగ్ పూర్తి.
Puja timings in Machilipatnam this week
Machilipatnam timings from Mon, 2 Nov. Avoid starting Shraddham in Rahu Kalam; your pandit fixes the exact muhurtham.
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Rahu Kalam | Abhijit muhurtham |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, 2 Nov | 06:03 AM | 05:35 PM | 07:29 AM – 08:56 AM | 11:26 AM – 12:12 PM |
| Tue, 3 Nov | 06:03 AM | 05:35 PM | 02:42 PM – 04:08 PM | 11:26 AM – 12:12 PM |
| Wed, 4 Nov | 06:04 AM | 05:34 PM | 11:49 AM – 01:15 PM | 11:26 AM – 12:12 PM |
| Thu, 5 Nov | 06:04 AM | 05:34 PM | 01:15 PM – 02:41 PM | 11:26 AM – 12:12 PM |
| Fri, 6 Nov | 06:04 AM | 05:34 PM | 10:23 AM – 11:49 AM | 11:26 AM – 12:12 PM |
| Sat, 7 Nov | 06:05 AM | 05:33 PM | 08:57 AM – 10:23 AM | 11:26 AM – 12:12 PM |
| Sun, 8 Nov | 06:05 AM | 05:33 PM | 04:07 PM – 05:33 PM | 11:26 AM – 12:12 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Machilipatnam
- Thu, 5 Nov
Rama Ekadashi
- Fri, 6 Nov
Pradosh Vrat
- Sat, 7 Nov
Masik Shivaratri
- Sun, 8 Nov
Amavasya
- Fri, 13 Nov
Vinayaka Chaturthi
- Fri, 20 Nov
Devutthana Ekadashi
Shraddham: steps, samagri and best time
Shraddham takes 2 to 2.5 hours with 1 to 2 pandits. The main samagri is black sesame and darbha grass, rice, ghee and honey for pindas, food or raw items for brahmana bhojanam and new dhoti or clothes for dana; your pandit shares the full list after booking. It is usually performed every year on the death tithi.
Step-by-step vidhi, full samagri list and benefits of Shraddham →
Shraddham price in Machilipatnam and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Machilipatnam (this page) | ₹4,550 | Telugu |
| Vijayawada | ₹4,550 | Telugu |
| Eluru | ₹4,550 | Telugu |
| Guntur | ₹4,550 | Telugu |
Book in three steps: choose a verified pandit, pick a date and time with your Machilipatnam address, and pay online — the full bill is shown before you pay.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Shraddham cost in Machilipatnam?
The starting dakshina in Machilipatnam is ₹4,550 for 1 to 2 pandits. This includes the standard area rate for Machilipatnam (the base price is ₹4,100 in the metro cities). The pandit you choose, a samagri kit or express booking can change the total, which you see in full before paying.
Can I book a Telugu-speaking pandit for Shraddham in Machilipatnam?
You can. Pandits follow the Telugu Smarta and Vaishnava traditions: mantras are chanted in Sanskrit, and the sankalpam and explanations are given in Telugu. Filter by the language your family prays in; every Rutviju pandit’s languages are shown before you book.
Which areas of Machilipatnam do you cover?
Homes and offices across Machilipatnam, including Pedana, Gudivada, Avanigadda, Challapalli, Bantumilli and Mopidevi. Whether a pandit is free for your date and area is confirmed when you pick a slot.
మచిలీపట్నంలో శ్రాద్ధం ఖర్చు ఎంత?
Rutviju ద్వారా మచిలీపట్నంలో శ్రాద్ధం దక్షిణ ₹4,550 నుండి మొదలవుతుంది. మీరు ఎంచుకునే పురోహితులు, సామగ్రిని బట్టి మారుతుంది; చెల్లించే ముందే పూర్తి బిల్లు చూపిస్తాము.
మచిలీపట్నంలో శ్రాద్ధం చేయించడానికి తెలుగు పురోహితులు దొరుకుతారా?
మచిలీపట్నంలో ఇంకా Rutviju పురోహితులు లేరు. చిన్న అడ్వాన్స్ చెల్లించి బుక్ చేస్తే మా బృందం ధ్రువీకరించిన తెలుగు పురోహితులను ఏర్పాటు చేస్తుంది; కుదరకపోతే అడ్వాన్స్ మీ వాలెట్‌కు తిరిగి వస్తుంది.