What is Rudrabhishekam?
Rudrabhishekam is the ritual bathing (abhishekam) of a Shiva Lingam while the Sri Rudram — the Namakam and Chamakam from the Krishna Yajurveda — is chanted. It takes 1.5 to 2.5 hours with 1 pandit (more for Laghu Rudram).
Next Pradosham dates in Chandigarh for Rudrabhishekam
Rudrabhishekam is traditionally done on Pradosham. These are the next dates, with the tithi times worked out for Chandigarh; book a few days ahead, as these days fill first.
| Date | Day | Tithi time |
|---|---|---|
| Sun, 22 Nov | Pradosh Vrat | Sun, 22 Nov, 04:57 AM – Mon, 23 Nov, 02:37 AM |
| Sun, 6 Dec | Pradosh Vrat | Sun, 6 Dec, 12:52 AM – Mon, 7 Dec, 02:22 AM |
| Mon, 21 Dec | Pradosh Vrat | Mon, 21 Dec, 05:37 PM – Tue, 22 Dec, 02:24 PM |
| Tue, 5 Jan | Pradosh Vrat | Mon, 4 Jan, 06:16 PM – Tue, 5 Jan, 08:40 PM |
| Wed, 20 Jan | Pradosh Vrat | Wed, 20 Jan, 04:42 AM – Thu, 21 Jan, 01:12 AM |
| Wed, 3 Feb | Pradosh Vrat | Wed, 3 Feb, 01:51 PM – Thu, 4 Feb, 04:32 PM |
Pandits available for Rudrabhishekam in Chandigarh
Rudrabhishekam in Chandigarh
In North India Rudrabhishek is most popular on Sawan Somvar and Maha Shivratri, with the Rudrashtadhyayi chanted.
Well-known temples in and around Chandigarh
- Mata Mansa Devi Temple, Panchkula
- Chandi Mandir
- ISKCON Chandigarh
Areas we cover in and around Chandigarh
- Sector 17
- Sector 35
- Mohali
- Panchkula
- Zirakpur
- Kharar
Puja timings in Chandigarh this week
Chandigarh timings from Sat, 14 Nov. Avoid starting Rudrabhishekam in Rahu Kalam; your pandit fixes the exact muhurtham.
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Rahu Kalam | Abhijit muhurtham |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 14 Nov | 06:48 AM | 05:26 PM | 09:28 AM – 10:47 AM | 11:46 AM – 12:28 PM |
| Sun, 15 Nov | 06:49 AM | 05:26 PM | 04:06 PM – 05:26 PM | 11:46 AM – 12:29 PM |
| Mon, 16 Nov | 06:50 AM | 05:25 PM | 08:09 AM – 09:29 AM | 11:46 AM – 12:29 PM |
| Tue, 17 Nov | 06:51 AM | 05:25 PM | 02:46 PM – 04:05 PM | 11:47 AM – 12:29 PM |
| Wed, 18 Nov | 06:52 AM | 05:24 PM | 12:08 PM – 01:27 PM | None (Wednesday) |
| Thu, 19 Nov | 06:52 AM | 05:24 PM | 01:27 PM – 02:46 PM | 11:47 AM – 12:29 PM |
| Fri, 20 Nov | 06:53 AM | 05:23 PM | 10:50 AM – 12:08 PM | 11:47 AM – 12:29 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Chandigarh
- Fri, 20 Nov
Devutthana Ekadashi
- Sun, 22 Nov
Pradosh Vrat
- Tue, 24 Nov
Purnima
- Fri, 27 Nov
Sankashti Chaturthi
- Fri, 4 Dec
Utpanna Ekadashi
- Sun, 6 Dec
Pradosh Vrat
Rudrabhishekam price in Chandigarh and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Chandigarh (this page) | ₹3,450 | Hindi |
| Delhi | ₹3,100 | Hindi |
Frequently asked questions
How much does Rudrabhishekam cost in Chandigarh?
Expect to pay from ₹3,450 in Chandigarh — that is the pandit dakshina for 1 pandit (more for Laghu Rudram). This includes the standard area rate for Chandigarh (the base price is ₹3,100 in the metro cities). Booking and platform fees and 18% GST are added at checkout, and nothing is charged until you confirm the bill.
Can I book a Hindi-speaking pandit for Rudrabhishekam in Chandigarh?
Yes. Each pandit’s languages are listed on their profile, so you can choose one who follows your family’s tradition; mantras are in Sanskrit.
Which areas of Chandigarh do you cover?
Most of Chandigarh — for example Sector 17, Sector 35, Mohali, Panchkula, Zirakpur and Kharar. You’ll see the free slots for your address when you book.