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 Lucknow for Rudrabhishekam
Rudrabhishekam is traditionally done on Pradosham. These are the next dates, with the tithi times worked out for Lucknow; 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 Lucknow
Rudrabhishekam in Lucknow
In North India Rudrabhishek is most popular on Sawan Somvar and Maha Shivratri, with the Rudrashtadhyayi chanted.
Shiva temples in and around Lucknow
- Mankameshwar Temple
Areas we cover in and around Lucknow
- Gomti Nagar
- Aliganj
- Indira Nagar
- Hazratganj
- Jankipuram
- Alambagh
Puja timings in Lucknow this week
Lucknow 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 | 06:25 AM | 05:16 PM | 09:08 AM – 10:29 AM | 11:29 AM – 12:12 PM |
| Sun, 15 Nov | 06:26 AM | 05:16 PM | 03:54 PM – 05:16 PM | 11:29 AM – 12:12 PM |
| Mon, 16 Nov | 06:26 AM | 05:15 PM | 07:47 AM – 09:09 AM | 11:29 AM – 12:12 PM |
| Tue, 17 Nov | 06:27 AM | 05:15 PM | 02:33 PM – 03:54 PM | 11:29 AM – 12:13 PM |
| Wed, 18 Nov | 06:28 AM | 05:15 PM | 11:51 AM – 01:12 PM | None (Wednesday) |
| Thu, 19 Nov | 06:29 AM | 05:14 PM | 01:12 PM – 02:33 PM | 11:30 AM – 12:13 PM |
| Fri, 20 Nov | 06:29 AM | 05:14 PM | 10:31 AM – 11:52 AM | 11:30 AM – 12:13 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Lucknow
- 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 Lucknow and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Lucknow (this page) | ₹3,450 | Hindi |
| Varanasi | ₹3,450 | Hindi |
| Delhi | ₹3,100 | Hindi |
Frequently asked questions
How much does Rudrabhishekam cost in Lucknow?
Expect to pay from ₹3,450 in Lucknow — that is the pandit dakshina for 1 pandit (more for Laghu Rudram). This includes the standard area rate for Lucknow (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 Lucknow?
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 Lucknow do you cover?
Homes and offices across Lucknow, including Gomti Nagar, Aliganj, Indira Nagar, Hazratganj, Jankipuram and Alambagh. Whether a pandit is free for your date and area is confirmed when you pick a slot.