Pitru Paksha 2025: Why Homebuyers Put Property Deals on Hold

Kokila Chokkanathan
New Delhi,  With the onset of Pitru Paksha today, real estate activity across india has entered its customary lull. Brokers and developers say sales and lease transactions dip sharply, as many Hindus avoid making high-value purchases during this period.


🔮 Why Pitru Paksha Affects Property Deals

  • Pitru Paksha (Shradh) runs from September 7–21, 2025, ending with Sarvapitri Amavasya.
  • The fortnight is dedicated to paying homage to ancestors through Shradh rituals, charity, and feeding the needy.
  • Traditionally, it is seen as inauspicious for new beginnings, including buying or registering property, vehicles, or starting businesses.
A property agent explained:

“During these 15 days, most Hindu buyers won’t even visit sites, let alone finalize deals. Non-Hindu buyers make occasional inquiries, but registrations are rare.”


📉 Real Estate Impact

  • Deals on hold: Developers say verbal inquiries continue, but paperwork is deferred until after Pitru Paksha.
  • Navratri surge: Many buyers finalize purchases on the first day of navratri (Sept 22), considered highly auspicious.
  • Festive momentum: ganesh chaturthi sometimes sees interest, but closures usually wait until Navratri.
A leading developer noted:

“Even younger buyers, though less rigid, often follow parental advice since a home is a generational investment.”


🎉 What’s Next for Homebuyers

With Pitru Paksha ending, real estate experts expect:

  • Festive offers from developers – flexible payment plans, waived charges, free add-ons.
  • Seasonal momentum – navratri and diwali remain peak periods for housing demand.
👉 For developers, the wait may be frustrating, but the payoff comes when the festive season kicks in, turning the slowdown into a sales sprint.

 

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