Kalabhairav Jayanti 2021

The eighth day of the dark half of every lunar month is term as Kalashtami. This day is dedicated to the Kaal God, generally known as Kaal Bhairav (Avatar of Lord Shiva ). On this day, devotees observe fast and perform Puja to please the lord. Kalbhairav Jayanti is celebrated all over India.

People of North India celebrate the main Kalashtami in the Margashira month as they follows Purnimant Calendar while followers of Amavasyant calendar celebrate it in the month of Kartik. However, the Kalbhairav Jayanti falls on the same day for the both the calendar followers.