Bhishma Panchaka Begins
Major FestivalSaturday, 21 November 2026 Varanasi
Bhishma Panchaka Begins: next dates · Varanasi
| Date | Weekday | Special name |
|---|---|---|
| 21 November 2026Next | Saturday | — |
Bhishma Panchaka Begins — Significance
Start of the 5-day Bhishma Panchaka vrat at the close of Chaturmasya. Kartika Shukla Ekadashi (= Devuthani / Prabodhini Ekadashi). Special diet vows in honor of Bhishma Pitamaha. Concludes Kartika Purnima.
5-day vrat in honor of Bhishma — closes Chaturmasya.
Bhishma Panchaka Begins — FAQ
- What is Bhishma Panchaka Begins?
- Start of the 5-day Bhishma Panchaka vrat at the close of Chaturmasya.
- When is Bhishma Panchaka Begins 2026?
- In 2026, Bhishma Panchaka Begins falls on Saturday, 21 November 2026.
- What is the significance of Bhishma Panchaka Begins?
- 5-day vrat in honor of Bhishma — closes Chaturmasya.