Sawan 2026: When will Lord Shiva’s favorite month Sawan start and how many Mondays will fall? Know the importance of puja and Kanwar Yatra

Sawan 2026: in Sanatan Dharma month of savan (shravan) Worship of Lord Shiva is considered most sacred and auspicious. Throughout this month, Shiva devotees do special worship of Bholenath, Jalabhishek, Rudrabhishek and fast. It is believed that by worshiping Lord Shiva with devotion and devotion in Sawan, life’s obstacles are removed and happiness, prosperity and desired results are achieved.

According to mythology, Mother Parvati performed rigorous penance for years to get Lord Shiva as her husband. Pleased with her penance, Lord Shiva accepted her as his better half. For this reason the month of Sawan is considered a special time for worshiping Shiva and Shakti. During this period, every Monday coming has its own significance and a large number of devotees also keep fast on Sawan Monday.

When will Saavan 2026 start?

In the year 2026, the month of Sawan will start from 30th July and will end on 28th August. According to the Hindu calendar, it is considered to be the second month of Chaturmas. Throughout the month, an atmosphere of special puja, consecration, bhajan-kirtan and religious events can be seen in the pagodas.

Sawan Monday 2026 dates

• First Sawan Monday: 3 August 2026
• Second Sawan Monday: 10 August 2026
• Third Sawan Monday: 17 August 2026
• Fourth Sawan Monday: 24 August 2026

Religious importance of Sawan Monday

According to religious beliefs, anointing Lord Shiva with Panchamrit made of water, milk, curd, ghee, honey and sugar on Monday of Sawan is considered extremely auspicious. On this day, by worshiping Shiva according to the rituals, one gets special blessings of Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati. It is believed that observing fast on Sawan Monday brings happiness and peace in married life, unmarried people get blessings of getting a suitable life partner and their wishes are fulfilled.

From astrological point of view also, Saavan Monday has been said to have special significance. It is said that if the Moon is weak in a person’s horoscope, then worshiping Lord Shiva, Rudrabhishek and fasting on Monday in Sawan strengthens the Moon and reduces mental stress, instability and negativity.

Importance of Kanwar Yatra in Sawan

The month of Sawan is also related to Kanwar Yatra. During this period, lakhs of Shiva devotees travel on foot carrying Ganga water from Haridwar, Gangotri and other holy places to reach Shiva temples. Devotees anoint Lord Shiva with Ganga water and pray for the fulfillment of their wishes. Many devotees also perform Kanwar Yatra as a mark of devotion when any of their wishes is fulfilled.