Today Ashadh Kalashtami : Know Date, Puja Muhurat

Kalashtami is the sacred day dedicated to the worship of Lord Kaal Bhairav, a fierce manifestation of Lord Shiva. Devotees perform two distinct forms of worship on this day, Tamasic and Satvic. While tantriks and aghoris perform mantras and rituals to attain spiritual powers, householders observe the day through simple and devotional worship of Kaal Bhairav.

It is believed that sincere devotion to Kaal Bhairav protects devotees from sorrow and suffering. Even Lord Shiv is said to be pleased with those who worship Bhairav on this day.

When Is Kalashtami In June 2025?

• Ashadh Kalashtami Date: June 18, 2025
• Begins: June 18 at 1:34 PM
• Ends: June 19 at 11:55 AM

Kalashtami 2025 Puja Muhurat

• Morning Puja: 10:38 AM – 12:22 PM (June 18)
• Night Puja: 11:07 PM (June 18) – 12:22 AM (June 19)

Kalashtami 2025 Upay

• For Financial Troubles: Light a four-faced oil lamp before Lord Shiva and invoke Kaal Bhairav. Recite the Shri Shiva Daridraya Dahan Stotra to attract wealth and remove poverty.
• To Avoid Shani’s Malefic Effects: Since a dog is considered the vehicle of Kaal Bhairav, feeding sweet roti or peda to black dogs on Kalashtami is considered highly auspicious. It is believed to invite divine protection and ward off misfortunes, including the negative impact of Shani.
• For Legal Victory: Offer coconut, red vermilion, Imarti sweets, and betel leaves to Kaal Bhairav. Then chant the mantra:

"Om Teekhadanta Mahakaaya Kalpaantadohanam। Bhairavaaya Namastubhyam Anujnaam Daatur Maahisi।"

This remedy is believed to help overcome legal hurdles and defeat enemies