# Sawan Shivratri on August 11, know shubh muhurat for jal abhishek 2026-08-10T19:10:51+00:00 | India | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet Sawan Shivratri falls on August 11, with the best time for jal abhishek starting at 4:54 am and continuing till 1:52 am the next day, according to Aaj Tak. The most auspicious window is from 5:23 am to 6:00 am, followed by the Abhijeet muhurat from 12:06 pm to 12:58 pm. Devotees can also perform puja during the four prahars, with specific offerings recommended for each phase. The first prahar puja is from 7:04 pm to 9:45 pm, when milk or water is offered. The second prahar, from 9:45 pm to 12:26 am, involves offering curd. The third prahar, or Nishita kaal, from 12:26 am to 3:07 am, suggests ghee, and the fourth, from 3:07 am to 5:49 am, recommends honey. After each offering, devotees should pour water on the Shivling. ## Coverage - aajtak.in Tags: August 11, Jalabhishek, Lord Shiva, puja timings, religious festivals, Sawan Shivratri Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/sawan-shivratri-2026-puja-timings-and-rituals-for-august-11/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/sawan-shivratri-2026-puja-timings-and-rituals-for-august-11/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.