Panathur Electric Crematorium

At Panathur Crematorium, the body is usually brought to the crematorium in a casket or on a stretcher. The family members perform a religious ceremony before the cremation, and then the body is placed on a platform or into the cremation furnace. Once the cremation is complete, the ashes are collected and handed over to the family members.

In Indian Hindu tradition, cremation is the most common way to dispose of a body after death. The followings are the typical steps involved in a Hindu cremation and Beleiv, Panathur Crematorium offers all the below-mentioned services in Bangalore, India:

• Preparation of the body: The body is usually bathed and dressed in new clothes. The deceased person’s head should be facing south, and their body should be covered in white cloth.
• Transportation of the body: The body is then transported to the cremation ground on a stretcher. Family members and close friends often accompany the body in a procession.
• Last rites: Once the body reaches the cremation ground, the priest performs the last rites. This includes chanting mantras, offering prayers, and making offerings to the gods.
• Placement of the body: The body is then placed on the funeral pyre. Before lighting the pyre, family members often place garlands of flowers and sandalwood paste on the body.
• Lighting the pyre: Once the pyre is ready, the eldest son or male family member lights the pyre. The body is then cremated, and the ashes are collected in an urn.
• Scattering of ashes: The ashes are usually scattered in a sacred river, such as the Ganges, or in a body of water.
• Mourning period: After the cremation, the family enters a mourning period, which can last up to 13 days. During this time, they refrain from eating certain foods and avoid social gatherings.

It is worth noting that the details of a Hindu cremation may vary depending on the region and the family’s customs and traditions. Panathur Crematorium offers all services and Beleiv plays an important role in providing families with a range of options for handling the remains of their loved ones in a respectful, dignified, and cost-effective manner.

Yes, non-Hindus also can be cremated at Panathur Crematorium. A crematorium is a facility where human remains are burned to ashes. It usually has a chapel or prayer hall, cremation furnaces or ovens, and a place for the ashes to be stored. Cremation is a common practice for many religions in India, but the method and rituals may vary based on cultural and religious beliefs.

For non-Hindus, the process of cremation may differ based on their religious or cultural practices. For example, Muslims generally do not practice cremation and instead bury their dead according to Islamic tradition. In some cases, the body may be sent to the home country for burial. Similarly, Christians may have different practices depending on their denomination and cultural customs. Some may choose to cremate the body, while others may opt for burial in a cemetery or churchyard.

In cases where non-Hindus do choose cremation in India, the process may be similar to the Hindu method of cremation, but the rituals and prayers recited may differ based on their religion or cultural customs. It is important to note that while cremation is a common practice in India, the country respects and accommodates the funeral rites of all religions and cultures. Beleiv offers cremation and funeral services to all faiths and religions in India. Non-Hindus also can cremate the dead bodies of their loved ones at Panathur Crematorium, Kadubeesanahalli, Bangalore. 

In India generally, there are two types of cremation services available.

Panathur Crematorium also offers two types of cremation services. 

• Traditional Cremation: In this type of cremation, the body of the deceased is placed on a wooden pyre, and the pyre is set on fire using other combustible materials, such as cow dung cakes, ghee, and other wooden logs. The body is then cremated, and the ashes are collected and given to the family members.
• Electric Cremation: In this type of cremation, the body of the deceased is placed in a specially designed furnace, and the body is cremated using electric energy. This type of cremation is faster, more efficient, and more environmentally friendly than traditional cremation.

The cost of electric cremation is generally higher than that of traditional cremation, but it is becoming more popular in urban areas due to concerns about deforestation and air pollution caused by traditional cremation methods. However, traditional cremation is still the most common type of cremation service in India, especially in rural areas.

Panathur Crematorium services include:

• Ambulance to transport the dead body (optional round trip – home-mortuary-hospital)
• A freezer box is arranged to store the body.
• If the dead body has to be stored for a long time, an embalming process is a suitable option.
• All death rituals are performed by professionals according to caste, community and language.
• A package of burial materials is arranged that includes all the items needed for cremation (decorations, garlands, flowers, etc.).
• Arrangements for the body to be cremated at the nearest crematorium. 
• Transportation facility to move the body of a deceased person from one city to another or from one country to another if needed. 
• A memorial service at the funeral home will be held for the deceased.

What Panathur Crematorium offers:

• Both traditional logs and Electric cremation is possible
• Providing hearse/ambulance transportation.
• Freezer box home delivery
• Quick assembly of Antim Sanskar Samagri including new clothes for deceased like Dhoti, kurta pyjama or saree, sacred item, mango leaf and urn
• Rituals to be performed and further guidance by experienced Pandit Services/Shastry/Purohit
• Providing Sandalwood and Cow Dung Logs

Believ assists and makes sure that all the necessary documents are ready for cremation at Panathur Crematorium. The documents required for cremation in India may vary depending on the state and local regulations, but generally, the following documents are required. 

• Death certificate: This is an official document that proves the death of the person. It can be obtained from the local municipal corporation or hospital where the person passed away.
• It is a legal document issued by the government to the next of kin of the deceased, stating the death date, fact, and cause of death. Death certificates are essential to prove death, relieve individuals of social, legal and regulatory obligations, facilitate estate planning, and ensure that families receive insurance and other benefits. 
• In India, under the Birth and Death Registration Act, of 1969, it is legally obligatory to register the death with the appropriate State/UT government within 21 days of her occurrence.
• Doctor’s certificate: A certificate from the doctor who attended to the deceased stating the cause of death is required.
• Cremation permit: In some states, a permit from the local police station or municipality is required for cremation.
• Identification documents: Any valid government-issued identification document of the deceased such as an Aadhar Card, Voter ID, Passport, or Driving License is required.
• Proof of relationship: If the person who is arranging the cremation is not a blood relative of the deceased, they may need to provide proof of relationship or authorization from the legal heirs.

It is important to check with the local authorities or crematorium about the specific documents required in that particular area before proceeding with the cremation. At Beleiv, we are well prepared and have good official contacts with the concerned government officials and obtain all the necessary documents required for the cremation at Panathur Crematorium.