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Sawan festivals 2026: Shivratri and Somwar observances
The month of Sawan in 2026 features several significant Hindu religious observances, including Sawan Somwar (Mondays dedicated to Lord Shiva) and Sawan Shivratri. On August 10, 2026, the second Monday of Sawan coincides with Som Pradosh Vrat, a day marked by special astrological alignments such as the Chaturgrahi Yog, which is expected to impact various zodiac signs.
Sawan Shivratri, observed on August 11, 2026, is a major festival where devotees perform Jalabhishek (offering water) and various pujas to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Rituals include chanting mantras like ‘Om Namah Shivaya’ and the Mahamrityunjaya Mantra. Devotees often observe fasts and visit temples or sacred sites like Kubereshwar Dham, where large crowds gather for worship.
Other notable observances during this period include Mangala Gauri Vrat for women and various festivals like Hariyali Teej and Nag Panchami. The religious calendar for this week also includes Amavasya on August 12.
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Goddess Parvati · Kubereshwar Dham · Lord Shiva · Parvati · Sawan · Sawan Shivratri · Sehore
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Chanting the Mahamrityunjaya Mantra is believed to help alleviate fear and anxiety. www.aajsamaaj.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Som Pradosh Vrat will be observed on August 10, 2026. www.khabarfast.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Shiva Gayatri Mantra is chanted to enhance concentration and clarity of thought. www.aajsamaaj.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] August 10, 2026, marks the second Monday of the Sawan month. www.khabarfast.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Chanting the Panchakshari Mantra 108 times using a Rudraksha mala is considered auspicious during Sawan Somwar. www.aajsamaaj.com