Damodar Month (दामोदर मास) is the holy month of Kartik, dedicated to Lord Krishna in His childhood form as Damodara. 🙏
When is Damodar Month in 2026?
- Start date: 26 October 2026 (some ISKCON calendars begin on 25 October)
- End date: 24 November 2026
- Today: 27 October 2026 — Damodar Month is currently being observed.
Why is it special?
According to Vaishnava tradition, Mother Yashoda lovingly tied child Krishna with a rope around His belly. The name Damodara refers to this pastime, and Kartik is considered especially dear to Lord Krishna.
What should you do during Damodar Month?
1. Offer a lamp every evening
Light a small ghee lamp or oil diya before Lord Krishna, preferably after sunset.
2. Recite Damodarashtakam
Sing or listen to the eight-verse prayer glorifying Lord Damodara.
3. Worship Tulasi and chant Hare Krishna
Offer prayers, chant the Hare Krishna mantra, and read about Krishna’s pastimes.
4. Practise simple devotional living
Offer vegetarian food to Krishna, perform acts of kindness, and observe fasting on Ekadashi according to your tradition.
These practices are common in the Kartik observance.
What would you like to know about Damodar Month?
Daily puja and lamp-offering procedure
Damodarashtakam in English with meaning
Full calendar and important dates for 2026
Fasting rules and what foods to eat
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