Charak Puja — महत्त्व
Bengali folk festival on Chaitra Amavasya / Chaitra Sankranti eve dedicated to Lord Shiva. Devotees (sannyasis / bhaktas) undergo intense austerities culminating in the hook-swinging ritual (charak): iron hooks pierce the back and devotees are whirled on a tall wooden pole (charak gach). Forms the dramatic climax of the week-long Gajan festival cycle.
Charak Puja — FAQ
- Charak Puja क्या है?
- Bengali folk festival on Chaitra Amavasya / Chaitra Sankranti eve dedicated to Lord Shiva.
- Charak Puja 2026 में कब है?
- 2026 में Charak Puja शुक्रवार, 17 अप्रैल 2026 को पड़ता है।
Upcoming Charak Puja Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond
Charak Puja is a sacred Hindu festival observed on the tithi shown. Dates are calculated from the Panchang for your region.
Times shown for New Delhi, India (IST)
| Date | Day | Moonrise Time | Special Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 मई 2027 | गुरुवार | 05:03 am | — |