Mahishaghni Fast
(June 26, 2023)

Mahishaghni Fast is observed on Ashada Shukla Ashtami. This year, this fast should be observed on 26th June. On this day the fasting should be kept fast. The fasting person should take bath with turmeric water. Mahishaghni Devi should also be given a bath of water mixed with turmeric and aromatic liquid. After that they should be duly worshiped and prayed. Foods containing Naivedya, ghee, sugar and barley should be offered. After that Brahmins and girls should be fed and Dakshina should be given. Only after that one should take food himself.