Magh Kalashtami 2026: 9 or 10 January, when is Kalashtami? Know the exact date, auspicious time and method of worship

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Kalashtami January 2026 Date: Kalashtami has special significance in Hindu religion. This day is dedicated to Lord Kalbhairav, the fierce form of Lord Shiva. Kalashtami is celebrated on the Ashtami date of Krishna Paksha of every month. The first Kalashtami of the year 2026 is falling in the month of Magh, due to which there is some confusion among the people regarding the date. If you are also confused whether to keep the fast on 9th January or 10th January, then clear all your confusions in this article.

9 or 10 January: When is Kalashtami?

  • Ashtami Tithi starts: 10 January, Saturday from 08:24 am.
  • Ashtami Tithi ends: 11 January, Sunday till 11:21 am.

Since Kalashtami is worshiped especially at night time i.e. during Nishita period and Udaya Tithi is also falling on 10 January, hence Kalashtami fast will be observed on 10 January 2026, Saturday only.

Kalashtami Puja Vidhi

On the day of Kalashtami, Kalbhairav ​​should be worshiped with full rituals. Wake up early in the morning, take bath and resolve to fast. Install the idols of Lord Shiva, Mother Parvati and Kalbhairav ​​at the place of worship. Light a mustard oil lamp in front of God. Offer big balls of Imarti, Jalebi or Urad dal to Kalbhairav. Chant the mantra ‘Om Hreem Batukay Aapduddharanaya Kuru Kuru Batukay Hreem’. Kaalbhairav’s vehicle is a dog. Therefore, feeding sweet bread or biscuits to a black dog on this day is considered very auspicious.

Importance of Kalashtami

Lord Kalbhairav ​​is called ‘Kotwal of Kashi’. According to beliefs, by worshiping Kalabhairav, the seeker does not have to fear untimely death or any kind of evil. Negative powers and evil eyes are removed from the house. Kalashtami fast is also considered very fruitful in reducing the inauspicious effects of Saturn and Rahu-Ketu.

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Disclaimer: The information given in this news is based on religious beliefs and general information. TV9 Bharatvarsha does not confirm this.

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