Kalashtami March 2026 Date: Kalashtami has special significance in Hindu religion. Kaal Bhairav, the fierce form of Lord Shiva, is worshiped on the Ashtami date of Krishna Paksha of every month. Kalashtami falling in March 2026 is also special because it is the first Kalashtami of Chaitra month. Often, due to the extension of the date, there is doubt in the minds of people about the exact date of the fast whether the fast should be observed on March 11 or March 12. Come, let us know about the exact date and auspicious time according to the Panchang.
Exact date of Kalashtami 2026
According to the Panchang, Ashtami Tithi of Krishna Paksha of Chaitra month will start on March 11, 2026 at 01:54 AM, while this date will end on March 12, 2026 at 04:19 AM. In Hindu religion, most of the fasts are observed on the basis of Udayatithi (the date which is at the time of sunrise). For this reason, the monthly Kalashtami fast will be observed on 11 March 2026.
Importance of Kalashtami
According to religious beliefs, worshiping Lord Bhairav on this day frees a person from fear, distress and negative powers. It is believed that by worshiping with true heart on the day of Kalashtami, enemy obstacles are reduced, planetary defects are pacified, problems in life are removed and positive energy increases in the house.
Kalashtami worship method
On the day of Kalashtami, wake up early in the morning, take bath and take a pledge to fast. After this, worship Lord Bhairav as per the rituals. First of all, install the idol or picture of Lord Bhairav in the home temple. Offer them kumkum, akshat and flowers. Light a mustard oil lamp and then chant Bhairav Chalisa or Bhairav Mantra. After this, offer sweets, fruits and coconut to the Lord. In many places, there is a tradition of feeding bread to a black dog on this day, which is considered auspicious.
What to do on the day of Kalashtami?
- Meditate and chant mantras of Lord Bhairav
- Donate to the needy.
- Feed the dogs.
- Light a lamp and perform Aarti in the evening.
What not to do on the day of Kalashtami?
- Do not insult or quarrel with anyone.
- Do not consume meat and alcohol.
- Avoid lying and wrongdoings.
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