Kalashtami July 2026: Date, timings, puja vidhi and significance

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Kalashtami is one of the most important day in Sanatan Dharma that is devoted to worship Lord Kaal Bhairav. On this auspicious day, devotees worship Kaal Bhairav with devotion and pure heart. They offer their sincere prayers by visiting Kaal Bhairav temple, presenting offerings, fasting, lighting a mustard oil diya and by following others puja rituals. Kalashtami falls every month on Ashtami Tithi during Krishna Paksha. According to Hindu Calendar, Kalashtam fast will be observed on June 7, 2026 in the month of Ashadha.
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Kalashtami July 2026 : Date and Time
Ashtami Tithi Begins - July 7, 2026 - 01:24 PM
Ashtami Tithi Ends - July 8, 2026 - 12:21 PM

Kalashtami July 2026: Significance
Kalashtami is one of the most significant day in Hindu religion. The day is purely dedicated to worship Lord Kaal Bhairav. The day is considered highly auspicious to perform various puja rituals associated with Kaal Bhairav. He is one of the fiercest forms of Lord Shiva. People worship him with devotion and purity. In Hinduism, Kalashtami has special spiritual and religious meaning. This is the holy day, which is said to be believed to be considered to be the most powerful day. The only purpose of this day is to honor Kaal Bhairav, Lord Shiva's deadliest incarnation. Worshiping Lord Kaal Bhairav is believed to provide relief to individuals afflicted by black magic.