Comprehensive Antim Sanskar Samagri Checklist

Assembling the extensive list of traditional items needed for Hindu last rites during an unexpected bereavement can cause immense stress. Here is an exhaustive, scripture-verified checklist of all required items categorized for easy reference.

1. Shroud & Bedding Items (Vastra & Sajja)

• White Cotton Shroud (Kafan) - 5 meters (for men & widows)
• Red / Yellow Silk Shroud with Zari border (for married women / Suhasini)
• Bamboo Poles (Bans) & Crossbars for Arthi
• Natural Coir Ropes (Sutli) & Straw Matting (Chatai)
• White Shawl / Towel for Karta

2. Sacred Liquids & Fragrances (Pavitra Dravya)

• Pure Ganga Jal (Holy Ganges Water) - 500ml
• Gulab Jal (Rose Water)
• Pure Cow Ghee (Desi Ghee) - 1 to 2 kg for Mukhagni & pyre
• Pure Honey (Madhu) - 100g
• Sandalwood Paste & Sticks (Chandan)
• Attar (Natural Fragrance)

3. Grains, Powders & Hawan Items

• Black Sesame Seeds (Kala Til) & Barley (Jau)
• Puffed Rice (Kheel / Murmura)
• Kusha Grass & Fresh Tulsi Leaves
• Hawan Samagri, Kapur (Camphor) & Guggul
• Abir, Gulal, Kumkum & Haldi powders
• Janeu (Sacred cotton thread)

4. Vessels & Fire Essentials

• Earthen Pots (Mitti ka Matka & Handi) - 2 nos
• Clay Diyas (Mitti ke Diye) & Cotton Wicks
• Cow Dung Cakes (Uplay / Kanda)
• Matchbox & Incense Sticks (Agarbatti)
• Asthi Kalash (Copper/Brass/Earthen urn) with lid & red cloth

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