According to the mythological scriptures, Lord Vishnu incarnated as Kalki for the eradication of evil deeds of Kali-yuga and the renewal of Satya-yuga. To assume and enjoy the arrival of Kalki in this world this festival is celebrated as Kalki Jayanti in the Hindu tradition.

When is Kalki Jayanti actually celebrated?

As per the Gregorian Calendar, Kalki Jayanti 2020 falls on 25th of the May month. As per the Hindu calendar, Kalki Jayanti is observed on the sixth of Shukla Paksha in the month of Shravan. Performing all the rituals of Kalki Jayanti in a proper manner has boundless significance.

Kalki Jayanti Significance

According to Shrimad Bhagavatam, Lord Vishnu took the form of Kalki to put an end to the current Kali Yuga and re-establish the Satya Yuga. Kalki which is the final incarnation of Lord Vishnu will appear for the liberation of this disloyal world. The people of Kaliyuga are greedy and selfish and Kaliyuga is a dark phase where the religious values and faith have been ignored by the people.

As per the beliefs, Kalki will kill all the corrupted people and he will ensure the heart of all human beings of the earth will be filled with true devotion. After that people will start their new life with faith and they will respect the religious value as well as culture.

What to do on Kalki Jayanti

Devotees worship and pray to Lord Vishnu to seek blessings. Devotees should observe fast for the entire day. Chanting Narayan mantra and Vishnu Sahasranama for 108 times will help you in getting blessed from the protector of the universe - Lord Vishnu. On Kalki Jayanti, wash the idols of Lord Vishnu with water and offer a panchamrut to the idols and chant the sacred names of Lord Vishnu.

Benefits of Kalki Jayant

Performing all the religious rituals of Kalki Jayanti will bestow the devotee with the benefits mentioned below:

• Lord Vishnu forgives all the misdeeds of the devotees when prayed to him with utmost devotion.
• Lord Vishnu bestows a painless and peaceful life to those devotees who pray to him on the occasion of Kalki Jayanti.
• A person worshipping Lord Vishnu on Kalki Jayanti will be relieved from the sins of past and present life
• All the Karmic effects will vanish by praying to Lord Vishnu on Kalki Jayanti.