During Shradh, there are several things that are considered inauspicious to buy or do. Here is a list of things to avoid during this period:

1. Non-vegetarian food: Consumption of non-vegetarian food items is considered inauspicious during Shradh.

2. Alcohol and tobacco: It is advised to avoid consuming alcohol and tobacco during Shradh.

3. New clothes: Buying new clothes is considered inauspicious during Shradh.

4. Auspicious activities: Avoid any auspicious activities during Shradh such as marriage, engagements, and housewarming rituals, as they are believed to bring bad luck.

5. Iron utensils: Do not use iron utensils or any other object made of iron during Shradh. Instead, opt for silver, brass, and copper.

6. Haircuts and shaving: Cutting hair or shaving a beard should be avoided during Shradh.

7. Buying gold, silver, or artificial jewelry: It is considered inauspicious to buy gold, silver, or artificial jewelry during Shradh.

8. Buying a new home or luxury items: It is believed that one should avoid buying a new home or shifting to a new home during these 15 days, as they bring bad luck. Similarly, one must avoid purchasing luxury items during Shradh.

Performing Tarpan and Pind Daan for ancestors is an important ritual during Shradh. It is believed that performing these rituals while following the above-mentioned dos and donts will please the ancestors and eliminate the Pitru Dosha.