Kalashtami 2025: Kalashtami, which falls on the Ashtami date of Krishna Paksha of Ashadh month, is being celebrated today i.e. today. Kalashtami is considered the most special day for worshiping Lord Kaal Bhairav. Kalashtami is celebrated on this Ashtami date of every month. It is believed that people who keep fast on this day get freedom from the negativity of life.
Kalashtami Shubh Muhurta (Kalashtami 2025 Shubh Muhurat)
The Ashtami date of Krishna Paksha of Ashadh month will start on 18 June i.e. this afternoon at 1:134 minutes and the date will end on 19 June i.e. tomorrow morning at 11.55 am.
Kalashtami Pujan Vidhi
On this day, wake up early in the morning and take a bath before worshiping. After that clean the house of worship and then take a wooden slab and install an idol of Lord Kaal Bhairav on it. After that offer flowers on them, light a lamp of mustard oil and light incense sticks. Then, recite Kaal Bhairav Ashtakam and chant Bhairav mantras. After that offer special offerings to Lord Bhairav. On this day, wake up at night and do bhajan. Then, offer black sesame and mustard oil to Lord Bhairav again in the evening. In the evening, people can open their fast by eating satvik home made sweets.
Kalashtami significance
Kalashtami has a lot of religious and spiritual significance in Hinduism. This day is completely dedicated to the worship of Lord Kaal Bhairav. On this holy occasion, devotees fast from morning to evening and worship Lord Bhairav. Sunday is specially prescribed for the worship of Lord Kaal Bhairav. By worshiping God, devotees can remove obstacles and reduce the effects of their concerns. Bhairav is seen as the protector of Kaal and is considered a form of Shiva, who oversees eight directions.