Welcome to the complete guide for the Odia Calendar 2026 August. If you are searching for the Kohinoor Odia Calendar 2026 August to track the holy month of Shravana, the festivals of Raksha Bandhan, and the birth of Lord Balabhadra, you have come to the right place. We provide a direct download link for the August 2026 Odia Calendar PDF, along with a comprehensive list of festivals, fasts, and government holidays.
This guide covers the traditional Odia month of Shravana and the beginning of Bhadraba, as per the authentic Kohinoor Panji. August 2026 is a month of devotion, featuring the sacred Bol Bam pilgrimage, the celebration of sibling love on Rakhi, and the swing festival of Jhulan Yatra.
Odia Calendar 2026 August: The Holy Month of Shravana
August 2026 falls predominantly in the month of Shravana, the holiest month of the year for Shiva devotees. It is a time when the sound of “Bol Bam” echoes across Odisha as thousands of pilgrims fetch holy water from rivers to offer at Shiva temples. The month also celebrates the deep bond between brothers and sisters and marks the birthday of Lord Balabhadra, the elder brother of Lord Jagannath.
Below is the detailed schedule from the Kohinoor Odia Calendar for August 2026, presented in an easy-to-read table format.
Day-Wise Festival & Event List (August 2026)
| Date | Day | Tithi / Festival / Event |
|---|---|---|
| 1 August 2026 | Saturday | Sharana Shesha (End of Sharana) |
| 2 August 2026 | Sunday | Bol Bam Yatra Begins, Manasa Panchami |
| 10 August 2026 | Monday | Kamada Ekadashi Fasting (Harinam Sankirtan) |
| 11 August 2026 | Tuesday | Shiva Chaturdashi Fasting, Beda Parikrama |
| 12 August 2026 | Wednesday | Chitalagi Amavasya, Chandra Kshaya, Night Vigil |
| 14 August 2026 | Friday | Chandra Darshan (Moon Sighting) |
| 15 August 2026 | Saturday | Independence Day (80th) , Sri Aurobindo Jayanti |
| 16 August 2026 | Sunday | Jagar Gauri Panchami, Masanta (End of Shravana Month) |
| 17 August 2026 | Monday | Simha Sankranti, Hala Nishedha (No Grain Consumption) |
| 22 August 2026 | Saturday | Jhulan Yatra Begins (Swing Festival) |
| 23 August 2026 | Sunday | Putrada Ekadashi Fasting, Pavitra Utsav of Sri Jagannath |
| 24 August 2026 | Monday | Pavitra Aaropana, Sharana Arambha (Second Phase) |
| 25 August 2026 | Tuesday | Akheta Parva (Hunting Festival) |
| 26 August 2026 | Wednesday | Shiva Chaturdashi Fasting, Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi (Prophet’s Birthday) |
| 27 August 2026 | Thursday | Sri Balabhadra Jayanti, Raksha Bandhan, Chandra Puja |
| 28 August 2026 | Friday | Gamha Purnima (Shravana Purnima) |
| 29 August 2026 | Saturday | Sharana Shesha (End of Sharana) |
| 30 August 2026 | Sunday | Khudurukuni Osha, Kosala Puja |
| 31 August 2026 | Monday | Angabhita Tritiya |
Key Kohinoor Odia Festivals in August 2026
August is a month of devotion, sibling bonds, and agricultural celebrations. Here are the highlights from the Kohinoor Odia Calendar:
- Bol Bam Yatra (Begins August 2):Â The entire month of Shravana is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Devotees, known as “Bol Bam bhaktas,” dress in saffron, walk barefoot, and carry sacred water from rivers (like the Mahanadi) to offer on Shiva lingas. The chant “Bol Bam” resonates everywhere.
- Independence Day (August 15):Â The 80th Independence Day of India is celebrated with flag-hoisting ceremonies and patriotic events across Odisha.
- Jhulan Yatra (Begins August 22):Â The swing festival of Lord Krishna and Radha. Deities are placed on decorated swings and swung to the accompaniment of devotional songs. This is especially vibrant in Puri and Vaishnava mathas.
- Sri Balabhadra Jayanti & Raksha Bandhan (August 27):Â A dual celebration. It is the birth anniversary of Lord Balabhadra, the elder brother of Lord Jagannath. On the same day, sisters tie sacred threads (Rakhi) on their brothers’ wrists, praying for their long life, while brothers vow to protect their sisters.
- Gamha Purnima (August 28):Â The full moon day of Shravana. It is celebrated as the birthday of Lord Balabhadra in some traditions and is a major day for the worship of cows and bulls, who are bathed, decorated, and worshipped for their role in agriculture.
The Significance of Shravana Observances
The month of Shravana is considered the most sacred for Shiva worship.
- Manasa Panchami (August 2):Â Worship of Goddess Manasa, the serpent deity, to seek protection from snake bites.
- Kamada Ekadashi (August 10):Â “Kamada” means one that fulfills desires. Fasting on this Ekadashi is believed to grant wishes and cleanse sins.
- Simha Sankranti (August 17):Â The sun’s transit into the Leo sign (Simha Rashi). This marks the end of the month of Shravana and the beginning of Bhadraba.
- Khudurukuni Osha (August 30):Â A significant women’s festival in coastal Odisha, where unmarried girls and married women fast and pray for the well-being of their brothers, worshipping the goddess Khudurukuni (a form of Durga).
Raksha Bandhan and Balabhadra Jayanti: A Unique Confluence
The convergence of Sri Balabhadra Jayanti and Raksha Bandhan on August 27, 2026, adds a special dimension to the day.
- Balabhadra Jayanti:Â Temples, especially the Jagannath Temple in Puri, observe special rituals for Lord Balabhadra, who represents strength and agriculture. He is adorned in special attire (Besha).
- Raksha Bandhan:Â The festival transcends biological siblings. Priests tie rakhis on the wrists of their patrons, and sisters travel to their brothers’ homes to perform the ritual. The day celebrates the purest form of familial love.
August 2026 Holidays: Bank & Government List
Here are the official bank and government holidays in Odisha for August 2026.
| Date | Day | Holiday/Observance |
|---|---|---|
| 8 August 2026 | Saturday | 2nd Saturday Bank Holiday |
| 15 August 2026 | Saturday | Independence Day |
| 22 August 2026 | Saturday | 4th Saturday Bank Holiday |
| 26 August 2026 | Wednesday | Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi (Milad un-Nabi / Prophet’s Birthday) |
| 27 August 2026 | Thursday | Raksha Bandhan / Balabhadra Jayanti |
Note: Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi is the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad. The date is tentative and subject to moon sighting. Raksha Bandhan is widely observed but may be a restricted holiday in some sectors.
The Spiritual Significance of August Fasts
- Putrada Ekadashi (August 23):Â As the name suggests (“Putra” meaning son), this Ekadashi is observed by couples praying for the birth of a son or the well-being of existing children.
- Pavitra Aaropana (August 24):Â A ritual where sacred threads are ceremonially offered to the deities, particularly Lord Jagannath and Lord Shiva, symbolizing the offering of one’s prayers and devotion.
- Akheta Parva (August 25):Â A traditional hunting festival observed in some regions of Odisha, symbolizing the victory of good over evil.
Download August 2026 Odia Calendar PDF
For a detailed view of the almanac including the exact timings for Ekadashi fasts, Sankranti moments, and Tithi start and end times, you can download the free PDF version of the Kohinoor Odia Calendar August 2026 using the link below.
Download Odia Calendar 2026 August PDF
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Conclusion
August 2026 is a month where devotion meets familial love in Odisha. From the sacred chants of “Bol Bam” and the swinging of Radha-Krishna on Jhulan Yatra to the tying of the sacred thread on Raksha Bandhan and the celebration of Lord Balabhadra’s birth, this month offers a rich tapestry of cultural and spiritual experiences. By using this Odia Calendar for August 2026, you can participate in these traditions at the most auspicious times.