Kalashtami is the day dedicated to honor Lord Kaal Bhairav. The most significant day in Hindu religion. The day holds an immense religious and spiritual importance. Lord Kaal Bhairav is the fierce manifestation of Lord Shiva. The day is considered highly auspicious in Sanatan Dharma. Kalashtami is observed on Ashtami tithi of Krishna Paksha. This month, Kalashtami is going to be observed on July 7, 2026.
Kalashtami July 2026 : Date and Time
Ashtami Tithi Begins – July 7, 2026 – 01:24 PMAshtami Tithi Ends – July 8, 2026 – 12:21 PM
Kalashtami in July 2026 : Significance
Kalashtami is one of the most significant day in Sanatan Dharma. The day is dedicated to honor Lord Kaal Bhairav and on this auspicious day, a large number of devotees fast starting from sunrise till sunset and offer their sincere prayers to Lord Bhairav. Usually Sundays are dedicated to worship Kaal Bhairav. Devotees can overcome challenges and lessen the bad effects and removes negativity. As an incarnation of Shiva, Bhairava is regarded as the guardian of time (Kala), supervising the eight directions and protecting his devotees from evil and negativity. Devotees participate in specific rituals and prayers to gain his blessings for health, protection, and the elimination of negative energy.
Kalashtami in July 2026: Puja Rituals
1. Before starting the puja rituals, get up early and take a bath.2. Clean your house, especially puja area3. Place an idol of Lord Kaal Bhairav on a wooden plank.4. Light a diya with mustard oil, light incense sticks and present flowers.5. Chant Bhairav Mantras and recite the Kaal Bhairav Ashtakam.6. Offer special bhog prasad, which includes poode, malpua, gram flour halwa, and handmade sweet rott. (or any other objects)6. Visit temple, Light a diya with mustard oil, and offer prayers for prosperity and well-being.7. Mustard oil and black sesame seeds are offered to Lord Bhairava.8. People can break their fast in the evening with handmade sattvik pastries. halwa, sweet rott, and sweet parantha are other options for breaking their fast.
Mantra
1. Om Kaal Bhairavaya Namah..!!2. Om Hraam Hreem Hroum Kaal Bhairavaya Namah..!!
