Bhai Dooj 2026 in Kolkata
भाई दूज · कोलकाता
By Rohiit Gupta, Chief Vedic Architect, Trikal Vaani
Bhai Dooj 2026 in Kolkata (कोलकाता) falls on Wednesday, 11 November 2026. Planetary ruler: Yamraj and Yamuna. Auspicious muhurat: Aparahna: 1:30 PM to 4:00 PM IST. Sister applies tilak on brother's forehead and prays for his long life. Yamuna welcomed Yamraj on this day. Visit famous Kolkata temples like Kalighat Kali Temple and Dakshineswar Kali Temple for darshan. Authentic Vedic guidance with Kolkata-specific timings.
Significance of Bhai Dooj
Strengthens sibling bond. Brothers visiting sisters on this day are protected from untimely death.
🛕 Where to celebrate Bhai Dooj in Kolkata
These temples in Kolkata are especially powerful during Bhai Dooj:
- ●Kalighat Kali Temple
- ●Dakshineswar Kali Temple
- ●Belur Math
✓ Do's
- ●Sister applies tilak on brother
- ●Brother visits sister's home
- ●Sister offers food, brother gives gift
- ●Pray to Yamraj for long life
✗ Don'ts
- ●Avoid family disputes
- ●Brother should not eat at home this day, only at sister's
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When is Bhai Dooj 2026 in Kolkata?
Bhai Dooj 2026 is celebrated in Kolkata on Wednesday, 11 November 2026.
What is the Bhai Dooj muhurat in Kolkata?
The Bhai Dooj muhurat in Kolkata is Aparahna: 1:30 PM to 4:00 PM IST.
Which temples to visit on Bhai Dooj in Kolkata?
Famous temples in Kolkata: Kalighat Kali Temple, Dakshineswar Kali Temple, Belur Math.
Who is the planetary ruler of Bhai Dooj?
The planetary ruler of Bhai Dooj is Yamraj and Yamuna.