Kalashtami December 2025: Puja Date, Time, Muhurat, Rituals and Significance of Bhairav Worship

Kalashtami December 2025: Puja Date, Time, Muhurat, Rituals and Significance of Bhairav Worship

Kalashtami December 2025 marks one of the most sacred observances in Sanatan Dharma, dedicated to the fierce and protective form of Lord Shiva, Baba Kaal Bhairav. This powerful vrat is observed on the Krishna Paksha Ashtami every month, and devotees believe that worshipping Kaal Bhairav with proper rituals on this day removes fears, negative energies and long-standing obstacles. The final Kalashtami Vrat of the year will be observed on 11 December 2025, making it an important day for spiritual protection and blessings.

Performing the puja during this window is believed to enhance the results of the vrat and attract divine protection.

Kaal Bhairav is known as the divine guardian and the remover of suffering. Devotees believe that worshipping him on Kalashtami helps eliminate fear, disease, obstacles and negative forces. This day is particularly meaningful for individuals experiencing Kaal Sarp Dosh, Pitru Dosh or Saturn-related issues in their horoscope.

Lighting a mustard oil lamp and reciting the Bhairav Ashtak is considered powerful for cleansing negative vibrations from home and mind. The day also strengthens spiritual courage and brings inner stability.

To observe the Kalashtami Vrat and worship Baba Kaal Bhairav with devotion, follow these key rituals:

• Take a holy bath early in the morning.
• Offer prayers to Lord Shiva before beginning Bhairav worship.
• Visit a temple of Baba Kaal Bhairav if possible.
• Offer Ganga Jal, flowers, fruits, incense, sweets and a mustard oil lamp.
• Present Imarti or Jalebi, considered especially dear to Baba Bhairav.
• Light incense sticks and chant sacred mantras or the Bhairav Ashtak.
• Feeding dogs holds great significance because the dog is the sacred vehicle of Lord Kaal Bhairav.
• Offering food to dogs is believed to bring protection and divine blessings.
• Donating food, clothes or essential items to the needy further enhances the spiritual merit of this vrat.

Kalashtami December 2025 offers devotees a powerful chance to seek protection, peace and courage through the blessings of Baba Kaal Bhairav. With sincere puja, discipline and faith, this sacred vrat helps remove obstacles and brings divine strength into everyday life. Observing the rituals with devotion not only purifies the mind but also deepens one’s spiritual connection with Lord Shiva’s fierce and protective form.