Kalashtami Special Kaal Bhairav-Maa Baglamukhi Sarva Kasht Nivaran Puja, Tantra Yukta Mahayagya and Mirchi Havan
For Protection from Enemies, Relief from Severe Obstacles and Restoration of Stability
Kaal Bhairav Temple, Kashi, Uttar Pradesh; Maa Baglamukhi Dham, Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh
10 January, Saturday, Magha Krishna Ashtami
About Puja
Kalashtami Special Kaal Bhairav-Maa Baglamukhi Sarva Kasht Nivaran Puja, Tantra Yukta Mahayagya and Mirchi Havan is performed on first Kalashtami of 2026, a highly significant tithi dedicated to Kaal Bhairav. This occasion is traditionally associated with protection, control over fear and removal of severe difficulties. The puja seeks combined blessings of Kaal Bhairav, revered as the guardian against unseen dangers, and Maa Baglamukhi, worshipped for her power to restrain and neutralise hostile influences. This puja is undertaken when challenges feel persistent, overwhelming or resistant to ordinary remedies. It is chosen during phases involving fear, opposition, repeated conflicts, professional or legal stress, emotional disturbance or situations where progress remains blocked despite sustained effort. Performing this upasana on first Kalashtami of the year is believed to help establish protection and stability for the period ahead. Tantra Yukta Mahayagya is performed to address deep-rooted disturbances affecting peace, confidence and forward movement. Alongside this, Mirchi Havan dedicated to Maa Baglamukhi is conducted, where prescribed ahutis are offered into the sacred fire to symbolically and ritually suppress hostile intent, neutralise negative forces and weaken adversarial energies. Devotees choose this puja when they seek protection from enemies, relief from severe obstacles and restoration of stability. The intent of performing it on first Kalashtami of 2026 is safeguarding rather than aggression, so that fear, opposition and harmful influences lose their hold and the devotee can move forward with clarity, courage and steadiness.
Puja Benefits
Strength, Stability and Control in Difficult Situations
Protection from Enemies and Hostile Influences
Relief from Severe Obstacles and Ongoing Conflicts
Puja Process
Kaal Bhairav Temple, Kashi, Uttar Pradesh; Maa Baglamukhi Dham, Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh
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Kaal Bhairav Temple is one of the most ancient and revered shrines of Lord Shiva’s fierce form. Lord Kaal Bhairav is worshipped here as the Kotwal of Kashi, the divine guardian believed to protect the city and its devotees from fear, misfortune and negative forces. It is traditionally held that no spiritual journey or ritual in Kashi is complete without first seeking the blessings of Bhairav Baba. The temple is mentioned in sacred texts such as the Kashi Khand of the Skanda Purana, which describes the manifestation of Kaal Bhairav to restore cosmic order and discipline. Devotees worship Bhairav Baba with offerings like mustard oil, black cloth and lamps, chanting Bhairav mantras to seek protection, courage and relief from unseen disturbances. The shrine stands as a powerful symbol of vigilance, authority and divine guardianship. Maa Baglamukhi Dham is a revered temple dedicated to Maa Baglamukhi, worshipped in the Mahavidya tradition for her power of stambhan—the ability to restrain, silence and neutralise harmful influences. Situated in the spiritually charged city of Ujjain, near Mahakaleshwar, the dham attracts devotees seeking protection from negativity, relief from opposition and strength during difficult circumstances. The atmosphere of the temple is calm yet potent, and worship here is traditionally associated with protection, conflict resolution and stabilising one’s path. Yellow, the sacred colour of Maa Baglamukhi, is prominently used in offerings and temple decor, symbolising clarity, control and divine strength. Devotees visit the dham to seek safety, confidence and inner steadiness, finding reassurance in the commanding yet protective presence of the Goddess.