Kalashtami Vrat 2024: जानिए कौन सा दिन है कालाष्टमी और कैसे करें व्रत?

Kalashtami Vrat 2024: What is the significance of Masik Kalashtami in Hinduism?

In Hinduism, Masik Kalashtami holds great importance, especially during the month of Shravan. It is observed on the eighth day of the Krishna Paksha. It is believed that worshiping Kal Bhairav on this auspicious day can help alleviate sorrow and poverty. If you are planning to observe the Kalashtami fast, it is essential to know the auspicious timings, the Puja procedure, and the remedies for this day.

When is the Kalashtami Muhurat in 2024?

According to the Hindu Panchang, the Kalashtami in the month of Shravan will start on Saturday, 27th July at 9:20 PM and end on Sunday, 28th July at 7:27 PM. Therefore, the festival will be celebrated on Sunday, 28th July.

What is the Puja Vidhi for Kalashtami?

– Take a bath in the morning and wear clean clothes.
– Clean the Puja area and install an idol of Bhairav Baba on a pedestal.
– Perform Abhishek of the idol with Panchamrit and apply fragrance.
– Light a lamp of mustard oil in front of the deity and recite the Kal Bhairav Ashtak.
– Offer a garland of flowers and apply sandalwood paste.
– Offer fruits, sweets, and homemade Prasad to the deity.
– Conclude the Puja with Aarti and seek forgiveness for any mistakes made during the worship.
– On the next day, break your fast with the same Prasad and feed the needy.

What are the remedies to be followed on Kalashtami?

– Feed a black dog a chapati dipped in mustard oil while chanting the mantra ‘Om Hreem Batukaya Aapad-uddhaaranaaya Kuru Kuru Batukaya Hreem Om’ five times.
– Visit a Bhairav temple on Kalashtami and offer 750 grams of whole black gram. Take out 11 grains from it, tie them in a black cloth, and keep them in a safe place. This ritual is believed to bring success in business.
– Offer liquor to Kal Bhairav on Kalashtami. You can also offer raw milk, halwa, puri, and other sweets that he likes.
– Worshipping Baba Kal Bhairav on Kalashtami fulfills all desires of the devotees.
– To get rid of planetary doshas, donate on Kalashtami. This will remove sins and bring the blessing of Kal Bhairav.
– Strengthen your marital life by offering special items to the needy on Kalashtami.

Remember, observing Masik Kalashtami with sincerity and devotion can bring positivity and prosperity into your life. So, make the most of this auspicious day and seek the blessings of Kal Bhairav.