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News India Live, Digital Desk: The new year (2026) is just around the corner, and a very interesting date has emerged in the calendar of the month of January, 26th January. We all know that on this day the whole country enjoys the ‘Republic Day’ parade. But do you know that on this day in 2026, a very sacred and powerful festival of our religion will be celebrated? Bhishma Ashtami’ (Bhishma Ashtami) is also falling?
This is such a rare coincidence when on one hand there will be the spirit of patriotism and on the other hand there will be an opportunity to pay homage to the ‘idol of sacrifice’ like Bhishma Pitamah. Let us talk today about why this day in 2026 can prove to be a “game-changer” for you, especially if you are struggling with family problems or Pitra Dosh.
The warrior of Mahabharata who kept even ‘death’ in the waiting list!
The story of Bhishma Pitamah gives goosebumps. After being pierced by Arjun’s arrows in the war of Mahabharata, he lay down on the bed of arrows. He had the blessing of ‘wishing to die’. His body was torn, the pain was incalculable, but he did not give up his life. Why? Because they were waiting for the Sun to become ‘Uttarayan’.
It is believed that when the Sun God is Uttarayan, the soul gets salvation by leaving the body and gets freedom from the cycle of rebirth. He endured that pain for 58 days and left his body on the Ashtami of Shukla Paksha of Magh month. This is the reason why this day is considered so powerful.
Auspicious time of 2026 (Timings to Remember)
this date next year 26 January 2026, Monday Is falling to.
- Best time to worship: From 11:23 pm to 01:41 pm.
This is the ‘midday period’, which is considered most auspicious for the deeds of the ancestors. That is, you should finish watching the parade on 26th January in the morning and then sit in the puja.
Why worship on Bhishma Ashtami? (its benefits)
Many people think that this fast is only for sages and saints, but in reality it is very important for common household life:
- Freedom from Pitra Dosh: If you feel that there are no blessings in the house, the work being done gets spoiled or diseases are not leaving you, then it is considered a sign of ‘Pitra Dosh’. On Bhishma Ashtami, those who do not have parents should offer tarpan (offer water) for Bhishma Pitamah. It is said that Bhishma, who had no children of his own, bestows blessings like “sons and grandchildren” on anyone who gives him water.
- To fill empty lap: This day is also a ‘golden chance’ for couples who are not able to have children. Fasting and worshiping on Bhishma Ashtami is believed to give birth to a virtuous and bright child.
What is to be done?
is very easy. Put some Ganga water in bathing water on 26 January 2026. After bathing, face towards the south, hold water, sesame seeds and kusha in your hand and say “O Bhishma Pitamah! I offer this water to you, give peace to my family and ancestors.”
So in your diary of 2026, mark 26th January not only as ‘Republic Day’ but also as ‘Moksha Day’. Who knows, a blessing from your grandfather may remove the obstacles in your life forever?
